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#1502 of 1,786 schools in TN

Collinwood Middle School

Middle School · Wayne County

300 4th Avenue North, Collinwood, TN 38450

Enrollment

234

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.7

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,502 of 1,786

In Collinwood

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Wayne County

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Collinwood Middle School

4.7/10

Middle School in Collinwood · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Collinwood High School

6.3/10

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6.7/10

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About Collinwood Middle School

Collinwood Middle School is a public middle school in Collinwood, TN, part of Wayne County. Collinwood Middle School serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Collinwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,502 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Collinwood Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Collinwood 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 Progress2.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,880
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Collinwood Middle School — Students at Collinwood Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (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
33%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
14.8%
ELA
31.4%
2025
Math
20.9%
ELA
28.4%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Collinwood Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
16th percentile in TN
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

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

300 4th Avenue North, Collinwood, TN 38450

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Collinwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Forest Hills School (rated 9.1/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Florrence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Collinwood, see our Collinwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Collinwood High School Collinwood 0.2 mi 6.3
Collinwood Elementary Collinwood 0.2 mi 6.7
Wayne County High School Waynesboro 8.8 mi 7.0
Waynesboro Elementary Waynesboro 9.2 mi 5.2
Wayne County Virtual School Waynesboro 9.4 mi
Waynesboro Middle School Waynesboro 9.5 mi 3.5
Wilson High School Florence 17.8 mi 5.5
Wilson Elementary School Florence 17.8 mi 8.3
Central High School Florrence 19.7 mi 5.6
Central Elementary School Florrence 19.7 mi 8.3
South Lawrence Elementary Loretto 17.5 mi 6.8
Rogers High School Florence 19.2 mi 4.8
Rogers Elementary School Florence 19.2 mi 8.1
Loretto High School Loretto 17.8 mi 6.0
Underwood Elementary School Florence 21.2 mi 7.3
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Loretto 18.0 mi 4.5
Frank Hughes School Clifton 20.2 mi 6.6
SHOALS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence 22.9 mi 7.7
Forest Hills School Florence 23.0 mi 9.1
MARS HILL BIBLE SCHOOL Florence 23.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,773

Median Home Value

$80,300

Median Rent

$623/mo

Population

2,633

College Educated

10.2%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

49.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Collinwood Middle School

What grades does Collinwood Middle School serve?

Collinwood Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Collinwood Middle School?

Collinwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Collinwood Middle School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Collinwood Middle School rank in TN?

Collinwood Middle School ranks #1,502 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Collinwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Collinwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Collinwood Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Collinwood Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Collinwood Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Collinwood Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

Wayne County
District Enrollment
2,149
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,880
District Rank
#6 of 7

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