Serving 259 students in grades 5-8, Surgoinsville Middle 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Surgoinsville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Surgoinsville Middle School's student population of 259 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Surgoinsville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Surgoinsville Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#832 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surgoinsville Middle School's ranking?
Surgoinsville Middle School is ranked #832 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Surgoinsville Middle School often compared to?
Surgoinsville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rogersville Middle School 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 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Surgoinsville Middle School?
259 students attend Surgoinsville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Surgoinsville Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Surgoinsville Middle School?
Surgoinsville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Surgoinsville Middle School offer ?
Surgoinsville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Surgoinsville Middle School part of?
Surgoinsville Middle School is part of Hawkins County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/2/2019
This school is not bad and is underated entirely and i suggest this school be more appreciated
1 6/10/2017
The school used to be wonderful. The past two school years under the current administration has allowed a rapid decline in the integrity of the school . My children are miserable and sometimes fearful due to the lack of discipline and structure. Hoping for a positive change in administration for the 2017/18 school year or we may need to move our children elsewhere.
2 4/10/2012
Love this school were I grow up in... An i would give anything to go back an do it agen
5 1/31/2011
Love this school best one around
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