Serving 602 students in grades 6-8, Appling Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appling Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Appling Middle School's student population of 602 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
E3: Excellence – Everybody - Every Day
School Rankings
Appling Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appling Middle School is 0.64, 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
#360 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
25%
21%
White
54%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Appling Middle School's ranking?
Appling Middle School is ranked #360 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Appling Middle School often compared to?
Appling Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmore Park Middle School, Bon Lin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Appling Middle School?
602 students attend Appling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Appling Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appling Middle School?
Appling Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Appling Middle School offer ?
Appling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Appling Middle School part of?
Appling Middle School is part of Bartlett School District.
In what neighborhood is Appling Middle School located?
Appling Middle School is located in the Appling Lake neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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