Serving 326 students in grades 6-12, South Fulton Middle / High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fulton Middle / High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
South Fulton Middle / High School's student population of 326 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Fulton Middle / High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fulton Middle / High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#564 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
10%
21%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fulton Middle / High School's ranking?
South Fulton Middle / High School is ranked #564 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Fulton Middle / High School often compared to?
South Fulton Middle / High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barret's Chapel Elementary/middle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Fulton Middle / High School?
The graduation rate of South Fulton Middle / High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Fulton Middle / High School?
326 students attend South Fulton Middle / High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Fulton Middle / High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Fulton Middle / High School?
South Fulton Middle / High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Fulton Middle / High School offer ?
South Fulton Middle / High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is South Fulton Middle / High School part of?
South Fulton Middle / High School is part of Obion County School District.
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