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Chester County Junior High School

Middle School · Chester County

930 East Main ST, Henderson, TN 38340

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,018 of 1,786

In Henderson

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Chester County

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Chester County Junior High School

6.1/10

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

East Chester Elementary School

8.7/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Chester County Middle School

8.1/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Chester County Junior High School

Chester County Junior High School is a public middle school in Henderson, TN, part of Chester County. Chester County Junior High School serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Chester County Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,018 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Chester County Junior High School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with TN schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,924
Chronic Absenteeism22.4%

Chester County Junior High School — Students at Chester County Junior High School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
19%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
44.2%
ELA
41.9%
2025
Math
30.7%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Chester County Junior High School Compares

See how Chester County Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in TN
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

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

930 East Main ST, Henderson, TN 38340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chester County Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West-Bemis Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Jackson), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary (rated 4.3/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Jackson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Henderson, see our Henderson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
East Chester Elementary School Henderson 0.4 mi 8.7
Chester County Middle School Henderson 0.5 mi 8.1
Chester County High School Henderson 0.7 mi 5.4
NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL TN CHILDRENS HOME WEST Pinson 3.7 mi
W Chester Elementary School Henderson 3.5 mi 8.1
Jacks Creek Elementary Jacks Creek 5.8 mi 8.7
South Elementary Pinson 7.8 mi 7.0
GEORGE THOMAS JR ACADEMY AT EDEN Pinson 8.2 mi
GEORGE THOMAS JR ACADEMY Pinson 8.4 mi
South Haven Elementary Lexington 12.8 mi 6.3
Bethel Springs Elementary Bethel Springs 14.5 mi 6.0
Rose Hill School Jackson 14.1 mi 6.0
South Side High School Jackson 14.0 mi 5.1
Isaac Lane Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson 15.7 mi 4.4
Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson 15.7 mi 4.3
West-Bemis Middle School Jackson 15.2 mi 5.9
Lincoln Elementary School Jackson 16.1 mi 3.9
Westover Elementary Huron 17.5 mi 6.8
West Tennessee School for the Deaf Jackson 17.0 mi 8.2
Jackson Central Merry High School Jackson 16.7 mi 1.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,477

Median Home Value

$142,000

Median Rent

$741/mo

Population

12,274

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

73.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

34.3

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Jefferson Middle School Jefferson City, TN 6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chester County Junior High School

What grades does Chester County Junior High School serve?

Chester County Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Chester County Junior High School?

Chester County Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chester County Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chester County Junior High School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chester County Junior High School rank in TN?

Chester County Junior High School ranks #1,018 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Chester County Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chester County Junior High 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 Chester County Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chester County Junior High School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Chester County Junior High School a charter school?

No, Chester County Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Chester County Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Chester County Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Chester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

District

Chester County
District Enrollment
2,782
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,924
District Rank
#5 of 6

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