Serving 292 students in grades 6-8, Chilhowee 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 40% (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 6% 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: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chilhowee Middle School's student population of 292 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chilhowee 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 Chilhowee Middle School is 0.12, 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
#625 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilhowee Middle School's ranking?
Chilhowee Middle School is ranked #625 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?
40% 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 Chilhowee Middle School?
292 students attend Chilhowee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Chilhowee Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chilhowee Middle School?
Chilhowee Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chilhowee Middle School offer ?
Chilhowee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chilhowee Middle School part of?
Chilhowee Middle School is part of Polk County School District.
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