Serving 45 students in grades 6-12, Midtown Educational Center 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 <50% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midtown Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Midtown Educational Center's student population of 45 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Midtown Educational Center is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
2%
21%
White
91%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% TN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midtown Educational Center?
The graduation rate of Midtown Educational Center is 50-59%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Midtown Educational Center?
45 students attend Midtown Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Midtown Educational Center students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midtown Educational Center?
Midtown Educational Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Midtown Educational Center offer ?
Midtown Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Midtown Educational Center part of?
Midtown Educational Center is part of Roane County School District.
In what neighborhood is Midtown Educational Center located?
Midtown Educational Center is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Harriman, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Midtown.
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