Serving 602 students in grades 5-8, Milan Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milan Middle School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
602 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Milan Middle 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 Milan Middle School is 0.53, 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
#638 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

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

Hispanic
4%
15%

Black
21%
21%

White
65%
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
67%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Milan Middle School's ranking?
Milan Middle School is ranked #638 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Milan Middle School often compared to?
Milan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Gibson County Middle School, Bradford High School, Trenton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Milan Middle School?
602 students attend Milan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Milan Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milan Middle School?
Milan Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Milan Middle School offer ?
Milan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Milan Middle School part of?
Milan Middle School is part of Milan School District.
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