Serving 1,400 students in grades 6-8, Farragut Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farragut 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
School Overview
Farragut Middle School's student population of 1,400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Farragut Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farragut Middle School is 0.38, 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
#74 out of 1728 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
78%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Farragut Middle School's ranking?
Farragut Middle School is ranked #74 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Farragut Middle School often compared to?
Farragut Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Farragut Middle School?
1,400 students attend Farragut Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Farragut Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farragut Middle School?
Farragut Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Farragut Middle School offer ?
Farragut Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farragut Middle School part of?
Farragut Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
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