Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Community 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 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 18% 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: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Community Middle School's student population of 370 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Community 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 Community Middle School is 0.31, 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
#846 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
1%
21%
White
82%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Middle School's ranking?
Community Middle School is ranked #846 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Community Middle School often compared to?
Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Middle School, Harris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Community Middle School?
370 students attend Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Community Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Middle School?
Community Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Community Middle School offer ?
Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Community Middle School part of?
Community Middle School is part of Bedford County School District.
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