Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Walter J. Baird 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 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter J. Baird Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walter J. Baird Middle School's student population of 656 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter J. Baird 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 Walter J. Baird Middle School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#691 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
20%
21%
White
58%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Walter J. Baird Middle School's ranking?
Walter J. Baird Middle School is ranked #691 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Walter J. Baird Middle School often compared to?
Walter J. Baird Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfree Bryant Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Walter J. Baird Middle School?
656 students attend Walter J. Baird Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Walter J. Baird Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% 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 Walter J. Baird Middle School?
Walter J. Baird Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walter J. Baird Middle School offer ?
Walter J. Baird Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walter J. Baird Middle School part of?
Walter J. Baird Middle School is part of Lebanon School District.
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