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Christiana Middle School

Middle School · Rutherford County

4675 Shelbyville PIKE, Christiana, TN 37037

Enrollment

1,080

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,117 of 1,786

In Christiana

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#33 of 50

Rutherford County

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Christiana Middle School

5.9/10

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

Christiana Elementary

8.4/10

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6.3/10

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About Christiana Middle School

Christiana Middle School is a public middle school in Christiana, TN, part of Rutherford County. Christiana Middle School serves approximately 1,080 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Christiana Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,117 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Christiana Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Christiana Middle School — Students at Christiana Middle School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (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
44%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
42.6%
ELA
36.2%
2025
Math
54.2%
ELA
44.4%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Christiana Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in TN
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

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

4675 Shelbyville PIKE, Christiana, TN 37037

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christiana Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Murfreesboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rockvale Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Rockvale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CEDAR HALL SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Christiana, see our Christiana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Christiana Elementary Christiana 0.2 mi 8.4
Barfield Elementary Murfreesboro 3.8 mi 6.3
CEDAR HALL SCHOOL Christiana 3.8 mi 4.7
Buchanan Elementary Murfreesboro 4.3 mi 6.4
Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School Murfreesboro 4.7 mi 7.1
Plainview Elementary School Christiana 4.7 mi 9.1
Riverdale High School Murfreesboro 5.7 mi 5.8
Salem Elementary School Murfreesboro 5.5 mi 8.7
Black Fox Elementary Murfreesboro 6.1 mi 6.3
ICM ACADEMY Murfreesboro 6.5 mi
Discovery School Murfreesboro 6.7 mi 7.8
Cason Lane Academy Murfreesboro 6.7 mi 7.3
Scales Elementary School Murfreesboro 6.6 mi 5.9
BAMBINI VILLAGE MONTESSORI Murfreesboro 6.9 mi
Rockvale High School Rockvale 6.2 mi 7.8
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 7.3 mi
Rockvale Middle School Rockvale 6.4 mi 6.5
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 7.4 mi 6.5
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 7.4 mi 7.8
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro 7.6 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,458

Median Home Value

$351,000

Median Rent

$1,808/mo

Population

9,786

College Educated

32.3%

Homeownership

89.4%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

36.1

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Walter J. Baird Middle School Lebanon, TN 5.9
Powell Middle School Powell, TN 5.8
Smyrna Middle School Smyrna, TN 6.1
Sevierville Intermediate Sevierville, TN 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christiana Middle School

What grades does Christiana Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Christiana Middle School?

Christiana Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,080 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Christiana Middle School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Christiana Middle School rank in TN?

Christiana Middle School ranks #1,117 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Christiana Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christiana Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Christiana Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Christiana Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Christiana Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Christiana Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,080
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

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

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