Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, Red Bank 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 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Bank Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Bank Middle School's student population of 508 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Red Bank 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 Red Bank Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1439 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
23%
21%
White
37%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Red Bank Middle School's ranking?
Red Bank Middle School is ranked #1439 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Red Bank Middle School often compared to?
Red Bank Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hixson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Red Bank Middle School?
508 students attend Red Bank Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Red Bank Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Bank Middle School?
Red Bank Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Red Bank Middle School offer ?
Red Bank Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Bank Middle School part of?
Red Bank Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Red Bank Middle School located?
Red Bank Middle School is located in the Mountain Creek neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Mountain Creek.
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