Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, East Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Middle School's student population of 380 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
East 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 East Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1072 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
7%
21%
White
71%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 East Middle School's ranking?
East Middle School is ranked #1072 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Middle School often compared to?
East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Middle School?
380 students attend East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of East Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Middle School?
East Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Middle School offer ?
East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Middle School part of?
East Middle School is part of Tullahoma School District.
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