Serving 607 students in grades 6-8, Hixson 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 33% (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 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hixson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hixson Middle School's student population of 607 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hixson 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 Hixson Middle School is 0.62, which is more 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
#808 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
13%
21%
White
58%
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
56%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hixson Middle School's ranking?
Hixson Middle School is ranked #808 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hixson Middle School often compared to?
Hixson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loftis Middle School, Red Bank Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% 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 Hixson Middle School?
607 students attend Hixson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hixson Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hixson Middle School?
Hixson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hixson Middle School offer ?
Hixson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hixson Middle School part of?
Hixson Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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