Serving 757 students in grades 5-8, South Gibson County Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Medina Middle School serves the southeast area of Medina, TN, covering approximately 81.4 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Gibson County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Gibson County Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Gibson County Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Gibson County Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Gibson County Middle School's ranking?
South Gibson County Middle School is ranked #164 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Gibson County Middle School often compared to?
South Gibson County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend South Gibson County Middle School?
757 students attend South Gibson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of South Gibson County Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does South Gibson County Middle School offer ?
South Gibson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Gibson County Middle School part of?
South Gibson County Middle School is part of Gibson Co Special School District.
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