Serving 378 students in grades 6-8, Cascade Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cascade Middle School's student population of 378 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade Middle School is 0.37, 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
#320 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
3%
21%
White
78%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade Middle School's ranking?
Cascade Middle School is ranked #320 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Cascade Middle School often compared to?
Cascade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community Middle School, Harris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Cascade Middle School?
378 students attend Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cascade Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Cascade Middle School?
Cascade Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cascade Middle School offer ?
Cascade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cascade Middle School part of?
Cascade Middle School is part of Bedford County School District.
School Reviews
4 8/8/2020
I love this school, I just wish the teachers could quit saying they hated their jobs and please do something when kids are getting bullied.
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