Serving 293 students in grades 6-8, Harriman 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 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 19% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harriman Middle School's student population of 293 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harriman 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 Harriman Middle School is 0.33, 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
#789 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
4%
21%
White
81%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harriman Middle School's ranking?
Harriman Middle School is ranked #789 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Harriman Middle School?
293 students attend Harriman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Harriman Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harriman Middle School?
Harriman Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harriman Middle School offer ?
Harriman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harriman Middle School part of?
Harriman Middle School is part of Roane County School District.
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