Serving 1,309 students in grades 6-8, West Collierville Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Collierville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Collierville Middle School's student population of 1,309 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Collierville Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Collierville Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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
#116 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
12%
21%
White
55%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Collierville Middle School's ranking?
West Collierville Middle School is ranked #116 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West Collierville Middle School often compared to?
West Collierville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collierville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend West Collierville Middle School?
1,309 students attend West Collierville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Collierville Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Collierville Middle School?
West Collierville Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Collierville Middle School offer ?
West Collierville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Collierville Middle School part of?
West Collierville Middle School is part of Collierville School District.
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