Serving 992 students in grades 6-8, Arlington Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Middle School's student population of 992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlington Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#146 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
12%
21%
White
73%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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 Arlington Middle School's ranking?
Arlington Middle School is ranked #146 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Arlington Middle School often compared to?
Arlington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland Preparatory School, Collierville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Arlington Middle School?
992 students attend Arlington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Arlington Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Middle School?
Arlington Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arlington Middle School offer ?
Arlington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arlington Middle School part of?
Arlington Middle School is part of Arlington School District.
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