For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 534 students in Smithville, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in Smithville, TN is Dekalb Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithville, TN public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Smithville have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Smithville, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dekalb Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1132 West Broad St
Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597-7987
Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597-7987
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Smithville, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Smithville, TN include Dekalb Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Smithville?
1 public middle schools are located in Smithville.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithville?
Smithville public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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