Serving 797 students in grades 6-8, Indian Trail Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Trail Middle School's student population of 797 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
797 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Indian Trail Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Trail Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%

Hispanic
11%
15%

Black
10%
21%

White
71%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Trail Middle School's ranking?
Indian Trail Middle School is ranked #186 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Indian Trail Middle School often compared to?
Indian Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Bell Middle School, University School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Indian Trail Middle School?
797 students attend Indian Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Indian Trail Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Trail Middle School?
Indian Trail Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Indian Trail Middle School offer ?
Indian Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Indian Trail Middle School part of?
Indian Trail Middle School is part of Johnson City School District.
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