Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Heights 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 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lincoln Heights Middle School's student population of 568 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Heights Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Heights Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1184 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
43%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
43%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Lincoln Heights Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Heights Middle School is ranked #1184 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lincoln Heights Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge Middle School, West View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Heights Middle School?
568 students attend Lincoln Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lincoln Heights Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Heights Middle School?
Lincoln Heights Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lincoln Heights Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Heights Middle School part of?
Lincoln Heights Middle School is part of Hamblen County School District.
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