Serving 314 students in grades 6-8, Bridgeforth 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 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeforth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bridgeforth Middle School's student population of 314 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridgeforth Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeforth Middle School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1277 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
26%
21%
White
57%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeforth Middle School's ranking?
Bridgeforth Middle School is ranked #1277 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bridgeforth Middle School often compared to?
Bridgeforth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland School, Culleoka Unit School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bridgeforth Middle School?
314 students attend Bridgeforth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bridgeforth Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridgeforth Middle School?
Bridgeforth Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bridgeforth Middle School offer ?
Bridgeforth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bridgeforth Middle School part of?
Bridgeforth Middle School is part of Giles County School District.
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