Serving 394 students in grades 7-12, Middleton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Middleton High School's student population of 394 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
394 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Middleton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middleton High School is 0.55, 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
#1382 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
4%
15%

Black
36%
21%

White
57%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middleton High School's ranking?
Middleton High School is ranked #1382 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middleton High School?
The graduation rate of Middleton High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Middleton High School?
394 students attend Middleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Middleton High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middleton High School?
Middleton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Middleton High School offer ?
Middleton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Middleton High School part of?
Middleton High School is part of Hardeman County Schools School District.
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