Serving 955 students in grades 5-8, Whitthorne 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 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitthorne Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Whitthorne Middle School's student population of 955 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
955 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitthorne 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 Whitthorne Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1460 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
22%
21%
White
51%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Whitthorne Middle School's ranking?
Whitthorne Middle School is ranked #1460 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Whitthorne Middle School often compared to?
Whitthorne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Hill Middle School, Columbia Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Whitthorne Middle School?
955 students attend Whitthorne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Whitthorne Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitthorne Middle School?
Whitthorne Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whitthorne Middle School offer ?
Whitthorne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Whitthorne Middle School part of?
Whitthorne Middle School is part of Maury County School District.
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