Serving 476 students in grades 6-8, Holston 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 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Holston Middle School's student population of 476 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Hurricane
School Rankings
Holston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holston Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1350 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
32%
21%
White
50%
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
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hurricane
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holston Middle School's ranking?
Holston Middle School is ranked #1350 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Holston Middle School often compared to?
Holston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Doyle Middle School, Whittle Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Holston Middle School?
476 students attend Holston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Holston Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holston Middle School?
Holston Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holston Middle School offer ?
Holston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holston Middle School part of?
Holston Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
School Reviews
2 12/7/2015
I would not recommend a child with a behavioral issue nor any mental or physical disdisability attend this school. My son has had so many issues and has outbursts and their way to deal is iss or oss. Poor school! Intervention classes he is failing and was told by school officials they are sorry bit there's near 1000 students and they don't have the teachers or proper funding to help him. Currently trying to transfer to different school/ county.
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