Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midtown Elementary 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midtown Elementary School's student population of 297 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midtown Elementary 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 Midtown Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
21%
White
88%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midtown Elementary School's ranking?
Midtown Elementary School is ranked #674 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Midtown Elementary School often compared to?
Midtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingston Elementary School, Bowers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Midtown Elementary School?
297 students attend Midtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Midtown Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midtown Elementary School?
Midtown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Midtown Elementary School offer ?
Midtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Midtown Elementary School part of?
Midtown Elementary School is part of Roane County School District.
In what neighborhood is Midtown Elementary School located?
Midtown Elementary School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Harriman, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Midtown.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
Both my girls went to school here and had amazing teachers and experiences. Always been very responsive to parent concerns in my experience.
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