Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, East Ridge 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 40% (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 14% 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: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Ridge Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Ridge 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 East Ridge Middle School is 0.25, 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
#537 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
1%
21%
White
86%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ridge Middle School's ranking?
East Ridge Middle School is ranked #537 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Ridge Middle School often compared to?
East Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Heights Middle School, West View Middle School, Meadowview 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Middle School?
498 students attend East Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Ridge Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge Middle School?
East Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Ridge Middle School offer ?
East Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Ridge Middle School part of?
East Ridge Middle School is part of Hamblen County School District.
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