Serving 438 students in grades 5-8, Harpeth 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 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 13% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harpeth Middle School's student population of 438 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harpeth 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 Harpeth Middle School is 0.23, 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
#784 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
1%
21%
White
87%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harpeth Middle School's ranking?
Harpeth Middle School is ranked #784 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Harpeth Middle School often compared to?
Harpeth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheatham Middle School, Sycamore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Harpeth Middle School?
438 students attend Harpeth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Harpeth Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harpeth Middle School?
Harpeth Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harpeth Middle School offer ?
Harpeth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Harpeth Middle School part of?
Harpeth Middle School is part of Cheatham County School District.
School Reviews
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