Serving 745 students in grades 5-8, Avery Trace Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avery Trace Middle School's student population of 745 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avery Trace Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avery Trace Middle School is 0.56, 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
#661 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
34%
15%
Black
4%
21%
White
57%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avery Trace Middle School's ranking?
Avery Trace Middle School is ranked #661 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Avery Trace Middle School often compared to?
Avery Trace Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prescott South Middle School, Algood Middle School, Upperman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Avery Trace Middle School?
745 students attend Avery Trace Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Avery Trace Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avery Trace Middle School?
Avery Trace Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Avery Trace Middle School offer ?
Avery Trace Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Avery Trace Middle School part of?
Avery Trace Middle School is part of Putnam County School District.
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