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Very Good

#557 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 31% in state

Cascade Middle School

Middle School · Bedford County

1165 Bell Buckle Wartrace RD, Wartrace, TN 37183

Enrollment

379

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#557 of 1,786

In Wartrace

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 14

Bedford County

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Cascade Middle School

7.3/10

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

Cascade Elementary

7.2/10

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Cascade High School

6.6/10

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About Cascade Middle School

Cascade Middle School is a public middle school in Wartrace, TN, part of Bedford County. Cascade Middle School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cascade Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #557 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Cascade Middle School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.8
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Cascade Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.12 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+18.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,873
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Cascade Middle School — Students at Cascade Middle School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 26 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2011
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
40.4%
2025
Math
57.5%
ELA
38.8%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Cascade Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

Location

1165 Bell Buckle Wartrace RD, Wartrace, TN 37183

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cascade Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Murfreesboro), with a very similar rating. Another option is Christiana Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Christiana), a more accessible option. Additionally, CEDAR HALL SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Christiana), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wartrace, see our Wartrace schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Cascade Elementary Wartrace 0.1 mi 7.2
Cascade High School Wartrace 0.5 mi 6.6
THE WEBB SCHOOL Bell Buckle 1.7 mi 8.0
Shelbyville Central High School Shelbyville 6.2 mi 3.8
Harris Middle School Shelbyville 6.3 mi 3.5
Learning Way Elementary Shelbyville 6.5 mi 4.5
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Shelbyville 6.3 mi 5.8
Eakin Elementary Shelbyville 6.7 mi 4.7
East Side Elementary Shelbyville 8.2 mi 6.6
Thomas Magnet School Shelbyville 8.1 mi 8.1
Plainview Elementary School Christiana 9.3 mi 9.1
South Side Elementary Shelbyville 9.1 mi 4.2
Christiana Elementary Christiana 11.7 mi 8.4
Christiana Middle School Christiana 11.8 mi 5.9
CEDAR HALL SCHOOL Christiana 11.3 mi 4.7
Buchanan Elementary Murfreesboro 13.2 mi 6.4
North Coffee Elementary Manchester 11.0 mi 8.6
Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School Murfreesboro 14.0 mi 7.1
Liberty Elementary Shelbyville 12.7 mi 5.8
Community High School Unionville 12.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37183 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,597

Median Home Value

$205,200

Median Rent

$885/mo

Population

3,211

College Educated

22.8%

Homeownership

90.3%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

47.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cascade Middle School

What grades does Cascade Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Cascade Middle School?

Cascade Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Cascade Middle School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cascade Middle School rank in TN?

Cascade Middle School ranks #557 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Cascade Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cascade Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Cascade Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cascade Middle School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Cascade Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Cascade Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Bedford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

District

Bedford County
District Enrollment
8,994
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,873
District Rank
#2 of 14

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