Serving 278 students in grades 5-8, Waynesboro 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 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waynesboro Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waynesboro, TN, covering approximately 735.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.2 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest boundary of 24.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waynesboro Middle School's student population of 278 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
20 teachers
School Rankings
Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro Middle School is 0.12, 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
#1402 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesboro Middle School's ranking?
Waynesboro Middle School is ranked #1402 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Waynesboro Middle School?
278 students attend Waynesboro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Waynesboro Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Waynesboro Middle School offer ?
Waynesboro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynesboro Middle School part of?
Waynesboro Middle School is part of Wayne County School District.
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