Serving 393 students in grades 5-8, Trenton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trenton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Trenton, TN, encompassing approximately 112.6 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 8.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trenton Middle School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We exist to ensure that all students learn.
School Rankings
Trenton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trenton Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1100 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
25%
20%
White
61%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trenton Middle School's ranking?
Trenton Middle School is ranked #1100 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Trenton Middle School often compared to?
Trenton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yorkville Elementary School, Trenton Elementary School, Peabody High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Trenton Middle School?
393 students attend Trenton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Trenton Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Trenton Middle School offer ?
Trenton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trenton Middle School part of?
Trenton Middle School is part of Trenton School District.
School Reviews
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