Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Isaac Litton 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 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isaac Litton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Isaac Litton Middle School's student population of 286 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Isaac Litton 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 Isaac Litton Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1202 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
27%
21%
White
43%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Isaac Litton Middle School's ranking?
Isaac Litton Middle School is ranked #1202 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Isaac Litton Middle School often compared to?
Isaac Litton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Trotwood Moore Middle School, William Henry Oliver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Isaac Litton Middle School?
286 students attend Isaac Litton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Isaac Litton Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isaac Litton Middle School?
Isaac Litton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Isaac Litton Middle School offer ?
Isaac Litton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Isaac Litton Middle School part of?
Isaac Litton Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Isaac Litton Middle School located?
Isaac Litton Middle School is located in the East Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in East Nashville.
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