Serving 893 students in grades 6-8, Bristol Tennessee Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bristol Tennessee Middle School's student population of 893 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
893 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bristol Tennessee 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 Bristol Tennessee Middle School is 0.26, 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
#646 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
86%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Tennessee Middle School's ranking?
Bristol Tennessee Middle School is ranked #646 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bristol Tennessee Middle School?
893 students attend Bristol Tennessee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bristol Tennessee Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bristol Tennessee Middle School?
Bristol Tennessee Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bristol Tennessee Middle School offer ?
Bristol Tennessee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bristol Tennessee Middle School part of?
Bristol Tennessee Middle School is part of Bristol School District.
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