Serving 556 students in grades 6-8, Rhea 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 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than 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 20% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rhea Middle School's student population of 556 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rhea 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 Rhea Middle School is 0.34, 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
#646 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
2%
21%
White
80%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhea Middle School's ranking?
Rhea Middle School is ranked #646 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rhea Middle School often compared to?
Rhea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rogersville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rhea Middle School?
556 students attend Rhea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Rhea Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rhea Middle School?
Rhea Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rhea Middle School offer ?
Rhea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rhea Middle School part of?
Rhea Middle School is part of Rhea County School District.
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