Kirkwood Middle School serves 1,153 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30% in TN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirkwood Middle School's student population of 1,153 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kirkwood Middle School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
20%
21%
White
48%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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
How many students attend Kirkwood Middle School?
1,153 students attend Kirkwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kirkwood Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirkwood Middle School?
Kirkwood Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kirkwood Middle School offer ?
Kirkwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kirkwood Middle School part of?
Kirkwood Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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