Serving 281 students in grades 6-8, Orchard Knob 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Knob Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchard Knob Middle School's student population of 281 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Orchard Knob 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 Orchard Knob Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1702 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
65%
21%
White
5%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Orchard Knob Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Knob Middle School is ranked #1702 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Orchard Knob Middle School?
281 students attend Orchard Knob Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Orchard Knob Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Knob Middle School?
Orchard Knob Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Orchard Knob Middle School offer ?
Orchard Knob Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Knob Middle School part of?
Orchard Knob Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Knob Middle School located?
Orchard Knob Middle School is located in the Orchard Village neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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