For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 528 students in Whitesburg, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in Whitesburg, TN is East Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whitesburg, TN public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Whitesburg have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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 Whitesburg, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Ridge Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6595 St. Clair Rd
Whitesburg, TN 37891
(423) 581-3041
Whitesburg, TN 37891
(423) 581-3041
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Whitesburg, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Whitesburg, TN include East Ridge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Whitesburg?
1 public middle schools are located in Whitesburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Whitesburg?
Whitesburg public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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