Serving 233 students in grades 6-8, W James Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W James Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
W James Middle School's student population of 233 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
W James Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W James Middle School is 0.20, 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
#494 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
89%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 W James Middle School's ranking?
W James Middle School is ranked #494 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are W James Middle School often compared to?
W James Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlotte Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend W James Middle School?
233 students attend W James Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of W James Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of W James Middle School?
W James Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does W James Middle School offer ?
W James Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W James Middle School part of?
W James Middle School is part of Dickson County School District.
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