Serving 257 students in grades 5-8, Huntsville Middle School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntsville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Huntsville Middle School's student population of 257 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Huntsville 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 Huntsville Middle School is 0.08, 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
#765 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
96%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huntsville Middle School's ranking?
Huntsville Middle School is ranked #765 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Huntsville Middle School?
257 students attend Huntsville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Huntsville Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huntsville Middle School?
Huntsville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Huntsville Middle School offer ?
Huntsville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huntsville Middle School part of?
Huntsville Middle School is part of Scott County School District.
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