Serving 239 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
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%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: W James Middle School serves the eastern part of White Bluff, TN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 63.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.9 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
W James Middle School's student population of 239 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
W James Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W James Middle School is 0.27, 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
#502 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W James Middle School's ranking?
W James Middle School is ranked #502 out of 1,728 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?
239 students attend W James Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of W James Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
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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