Serving 393 students in grades 6-8, Vine Middle/magnet 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 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vine Middle/magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Vine Middle/magnet's student population of 393 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Vine Middle/magnet 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 Vine Middle/magnet is 0.59, 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
#1662 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
60%
21%
White
16%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Vine Middle/magnet's ranking?
Vine Middle/magnet is ranked #1662 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Vine Middle/magnet often compared to?
Vine Middle/magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Whittle Springs Middle School, Bearden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Vine Middle/magnet?
393 students attend Vine Middle/magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Vine Middle/magnet students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vine Middle/magnet?
Vine Middle/magnet has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vine Middle/magnet offer ?
Vine Middle/magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vine Middle/magnet part of?
Vine Middle/magnet is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Vine Middle/magnet located?
Vine Middle/magnet is located in the East Knoxville neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in East Knoxville.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2012
Good academic programs, music and art class choices are excellent.
2 4/12/2009
My daughter has attended Vine Middle School since the beginning of this year. The teachers are wonderful and I have felt that my daughter was getting a good education. We chose this school because of the programs that were offered and the promise of a constantly improving academic program. There are a lot of children that have a "tough" and defensive demeanor, and my daughter has fortunately been able to avoid them. Now, we are told that due to budget cuts, 3 of my daughter's classes are being cut. The dance program, video production and Beta club will no longer be offered. I was told that the administrators have recommended against encouraging enrollment of children from the Honors Magnet Elementary School as they were "problematic" for the "tough" crowd to tolerate.
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