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Blackman Middle School

Middle School · Rutherford County

3945 Blaze DR, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Enrollment

1,661

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,039 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#25 of 32

public schools

In district

#31 of 50

Rutherford County

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Blackman Middle School

6.1/10

Middle School in Murfreesboro · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Blackman High School

5.3/10

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4.8/10

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About Blackman Middle School

Blackman Middle School is a public middle school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Rutherford County. Blackman Middle School serves approximately 1,661 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackman Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,039 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Blackman Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+12 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Blackman Middle School — Students at Blackman Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.8% (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
39%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
48.1%
ELA
41.3%
2025
Math
51.2%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Blackman Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in TN
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
95 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3945 Blaze DR, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blackman Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Overall Creek Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salem Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McFadden School Of Excellence (rated 8.7/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Blackman High School Murfreesboro 0.3 mi 5.3
Blackman Elementary School Murfreesboro 0.4 mi 4.8
Overall Creek Elementary Murfreesboro 1.5 mi 8.8
FRANKLIN ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.4 mi 5.2
Scales Elementary School Murfreesboro 2.7 mi 5.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF MURFREESBORO Murfreesboro 2.3 mi
BAMBINI VILLAGE MONTESSORI Murfreesboro 2.6 mi
Cason Lane Academy Murfreesboro 2.7 mi 7.3
Salem Elementary School Murfreesboro 4.0 mi 8.7
Brown's Chapel Elementary School Murfreesboro 4.1 mi 6.8
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 5.2 mi 7.2
Rockvale High School Rockvale 5.1 mi 7.8
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro 4.2 mi 8.7
Riverdale High School Murfreesboro 4.5 mi 5.8
Rockvale Middle School Rockvale 5.2 mi 6.5
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 4.3 mi 6.4
Rockvale Elementary Rockvale 5.3 mi 7.8
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 4.7 mi
Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro 4.7 mi 7.0
ICM ACADEMY Murfreesboro 4.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,069

Median Home Value

$364,100

Median Rent

$1,514/mo

Population

77,016

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

32.2

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Christiana Middle School Christiana, TN 5.9
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Richview Middle Clarksville, TN 6.4
West Valley Middle School Knoxville, TN 6.4
Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro, TN 6.5
Rockvale Middle School Rockvale, TN 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blackman Middle School

What grades does Blackman Middle School serve?

Blackman Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Blackman Middle School?

Blackman Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,661 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackman Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blackman Middle School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blackman Middle School rank in TN?

Blackman Middle School ranks #1,039 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Blackman Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blackman Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Blackman Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackman Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Blackman Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Blackman Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,661
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
95
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

Rutherford County
District Enrollment
51,595
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,708
District Rank
#31 of 50

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