Serving 244 students in grades 6-8, Two Rivers 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 8% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Two Rivers Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Two Rivers Middle School's student population of 244 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Two Rivers Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Two Rivers Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1589 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
34%
15%
Black
38%
21%
White
23%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Two Rivers Middle School's ranking?
Two Rivers Middle School is ranked #1589 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Two Rivers Middle School often compared to?
Two Rivers Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donelson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Two Rivers Middle School?
244 students attend Two Rivers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Two Rivers Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Two Rivers Middle School?
Two Rivers Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Two Rivers Middle School offer ?
Two Rivers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Two Rivers Middle School part of?
Two Rivers Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Two Rivers Middle School located?
Two Rivers Middle School is located in the Donelson neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 6 other public schools located in Donelson.
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