Serving 706 students in grades 5-8, Jefferson Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 706 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson 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 Jefferson Middle School is 0.49, 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
#343 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
7%
21%
White
70%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson Middle School is ranked #343 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robertsville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
706 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jefferson Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Oak Ridge School District.
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