Serving 206 students in grades 6-8, Selmer Middle 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 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selmer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Selmer Middle School's student population of 206 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selmer 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 Selmer Middle School is 0.44, 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
#568 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
15%
21%
White
73%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Selmer Middle School's ranking?
Selmer Middle School is ranked #568 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Selmer Middle School?
206 students attend Selmer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Selmer Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Selmer Middle School?
Selmer Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Selmer Middle School offer ?
Selmer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Selmer Middle School part of?
Selmer Middle School is part of Mcnairy County School District.
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