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Cleveland Middle

Middle School · Cleveland

3635 Georgetown Road N. W., Cleveland, TN 37312

Enrollment

1,302

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,405 of 1,786

In Cleveland

#24 of 24

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Cleveland

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Cleveland Middle

5.0/10

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

The Montessori School of Cleveland

7.3/10

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9.2/10

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About Cleveland Middle

Cleveland Middle is a public middle school in Cleveland, TN, part of Cleveland. Cleveland Middle serves approximately 1,302 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,405 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below TN schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment5.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,690
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Cleveland Middle — Students at Cleveland Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
25.6%
ELA
29.2%
2025
Math
29.3%
ELA
25.5%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Cleveland Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in TN
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

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

3635 Georgetown Road N. W., Cleveland, TN 37312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cleveland Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Candy's Creek Cherokee Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Lee Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prospect Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CLEVELAND Cleveland 1.0 mi 7.3
Candy's Creek Cherokee Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 9.2
Cleveland High Cleveland 1.5 mi 5.0
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cleveland 1.8 mi 7.4
Hopewell Elementary School Cleveland 2.0 mi 7.4
G.R. Stuart Elementary Cleveland 2.1 mi 5.8
D.P. Yates Primary Cleveland 1.9 mi 7.4
E.L. Ross Elementary Cleveland 1.9 mi 6.0
Prospect Elementary School Cleveland 2.3 mi 7.5
Ocoee Middle School Cleveland 2.5 mi 6.9
Bradley County Virtual School Cleveland 2.5 mi 7.3
North Cleveland GOAL Academy Cleveland 2.5 mi
Arnold Memorial Elementary Cleveland 2.8 mi 5.3
BOWMAN HILLS SCHOOL Cleveland 2.5 mi 5.6
Mayfield Elementary Cleveland 2.8 mi 6.4
North Lee Elementary School Cleveland 2.6 mi 8.1
Bradley Central High School Cleveland 3.2 mi 5.4
CLEVELAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cleveland 3.5 mi 5.8
Blythe-Bower Elementary Cleveland 4.6 mi 6.4
LUDIC SPECTRUM CENTER Cleveland 4.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,369

Median Home Value

$270,500

Median Rent

$1,080/mo

Population

36,894

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

40.6

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Montgomery Central Middle Cunningham, TN 5.2
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 4-8 White House, TN 5.2
Halls Middle School Knoxville, TN 4.7
John F. Kennedy Middle Antioch, TN 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cleveland Middle

What grades does Cleveland Middle serve?

Cleveland Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Cleveland Middle?

Cleveland Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Middle is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cleveland Middle rank in TN?

Cleveland Middle ranks #1,405 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Cleveland Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Cleveland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Cleveland Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cleveland Middle a charter school?

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

Is Cleveland Middle a Title I school?

No, Cleveland Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,302
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Bradley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

District

Cleveland
District Enrollment
5,845
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,690
District Rank
#9 of 9

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