Serving 877 students in grades 6-8, Smyrna Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: 877 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smyrna Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Smyrna Middle School's student population of 877 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
877 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Smyrna 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 Smyrna Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1144 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
47%
15%
Black
14%
21%
White
29%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Smyrna Middle School's ranking?
Smyrna Middle School is ranked #1144 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Smyrna Middle School often compared to?
Smyrna Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lavergne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Smyrna Middle School?
877 students attend Smyrna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Smyrna Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smyrna Middle School?
Smyrna Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smyrna Middle School offer ?
Smyrna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smyrna Middle School part of?
Smyrna Middle School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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