Serving 580 students in grades 6-8, Appling Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appling Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Appling Middle School's student population of 580 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Appling Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appling Middle School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
24%
21%
White
58%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appling Middle School's ranking?
Appling Middle School is ranked #466 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Appling Middle School often compared to?
Appling Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmore Park Middle School, Bon Lin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Appling Middle School?
580 students attend Appling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Appling Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Appling Middle School?
Appling Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Appling Middle School offer ?
Appling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Appling Middle School part of?
Appling Middle School is part of Bartlett School District.
In what neighborhood is Appling Middle School located?
Appling Middle School is located in the Appling Lake neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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