Serving 635 students in grades 6-8, Joe Shafer Middle School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe Shafer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Joe Shafer Middle School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Joe Shafer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe Shafer Middle School is 0.59, 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
#756 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
21%
21%
White
58%
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
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Joe Shafer Middle School's ranking?
Joe Shafer Middle School is ranked #756 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Joe Shafer Middle School often compared to?
Joe Shafer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rucker Stewart Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Joe Shafer Middle School?
635 students attend Joe Shafer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Joe Shafer Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joe Shafer Middle School?
Joe Shafer Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joe Shafer Middle School offer ?
Joe Shafer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joe Shafer Middle School part of?
Joe Shafer Middle School is part of Sumner County School District.
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