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#624 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 35% in state

Avery Trace Middle School

Middle School · Putnam County

230 Raider DR, Cookeville, TN 38501

Enrollment

745

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#624 of 1,786

In Cookeville

#10 of 13

public schools

In district

#12 of 20

Putnam County

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Avery Trace Middle School

7.2/10

Middle School in Cookeville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Capshaw Elementary

8.6/10

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4.3/10

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About Avery Trace Middle School

Avery Trace Middle School is a public middle school in Cookeville, TN, part of Putnam County. Avery Trace Middle School serves approximately 745 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Avery Trace Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Avery Trace Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+11.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.8 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,619
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Avery Trace Middle School — Students at Avery Trace Middle School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
27%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
36.5%
2025
Math
50.6%
ELA
35%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Avery Trace Middle School Compares

See how Avery Trace Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
65th percentile in TN
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Location

230 Raider DR, Cookeville, TN 38501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Avery Trace Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Algood Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Prescott South Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cookeville, see our Cookeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Capshaw Elementary Cookeville 0.7 mi 8.6
Putnam County VITAL Cookeville 0.8 mi 4.3
Northeast Elementary Cookeville 1.0 mi 8.5
HIGHLAND RIM ACADEMY Cookeville 1.8 mi 5.5
T T U Child Development Lab Cookeville 1.8 mi
Park View Elementary Cookeville 1.8 mi 8.5
Algood Middle School Cookeville 1.9 mi 7.9
Cookeville High School Cookeville 2.2 mi 6.1
Algood Elementary Algood 2.0 mi 8.8
Jere Whitson Elementary Cookeville 2.2 mi 7.9
HEAVENLY HOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cookeville 2.5 mi 5.0
Cane Creek Elementary Cookeville 2.7 mi 8.5
Putnam Co Adult High School Cookeville 3.3 mi
White Plains Academy Algood 3.3 mi 4.4
Sycamore Elementary Cookeville 3.0 mi 6.4
Prescott South Elementary Cookeville 3.7 mi 9.0
ALGOOD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Cookeville 3.7 mi
Prescott South Middle School Cookeville 3.8 mi 7.9
Northfield Elementary School Sparta 9.3 mi 8.3
CHANCE TRANSITIONAL SCHOOL Bloomington Springs 8.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,923

Median Home Value

$245,100

Median Rent

$856/mo

Population

42,422

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

49.4%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Avery Trace Middle School

What grades does Avery Trace Middle School serve?

Avery Trace Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Avery Trace Middle School?

Avery Trace Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 745 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Avery Trace Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Avery Trace Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Avery Trace Middle School rank in TN?

Avery Trace Middle School ranks #624 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Avery Trace Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Avery Trace Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Avery Trace Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Avery Trace Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Avery Trace Middle School a charter school?

No, Avery Trace Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Avery Trace Middle School a Title I school?

No, Avery Trace Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Putnam County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

Putnam County
District Enrollment
11,762
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,619
District Rank
#12 of 20

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