Serving 1,524 students in grades 6-8, Rockvale Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockvale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rockvale Middle School's student population of 1,524 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Rankings
Rockvale Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockvale Middle School is 0.65, 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
#311 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
18%
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Rockvale Middle School's ranking?
Rockvale Middle School is ranked #311 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rockvale Middle School often compared to?
Rockvale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rockvale Middle School?
1,524 students attend Rockvale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rockvale Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 17% 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 Rockvale Middle School?
Rockvale Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockvale Middle School offer ?
Rockvale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockvale Middle School part of?
Rockvale Middle School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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