Serving 334 students in grades 6-8, Orchard Knob Middle 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 8% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Knob Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchard Knob Middle School's student population of 334 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Knob Middle 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 Orchard Knob Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1675 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
73%
21%
White
4%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Knob Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Knob Middle School is ranked #1675 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Orchard Knob Middle School?
334 students attend Orchard Knob Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Orchard Knob Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Knob Middle School?
Orchard Knob Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Orchard Knob Middle School offer ?
Orchard Knob Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orchard Knob Middle School part of?
Orchard Knob Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Knob Middle School located?
Orchard Knob Middle School is located in the Orchard Village neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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