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Gibbs Middle School

Middle School · Knox County

PO Box 2188, Knoxville, TN 37901

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#923 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#37 of 82

public schools

In district

#39 of 88

Knox County

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Gibbs Middle School

6.4/10

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

Gibbs Elementary

6.5/10

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

Gibbs High School

5.2/10

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

About Gibbs Middle School

Gibbs Middle School is a public middle school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Gibbs Middle School serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gibbs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #923 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Gibbs Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change+0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Gibbs Middle School — Students at Gibbs Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.6% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.7% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 14 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
22.1%
ELA
33.7%
2025
Math
33.6%
ELA
34.6%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Gibbs Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in TN
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Location

PO Box 2188, Knoxville, TN 37901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gibbs Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Halls Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 4.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Holston Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 7.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Gibbs Elementary Corryton 0.2 mi 6.5
Gibbs High School Corryton 0.4 mi 5.2
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corryton 3.6 mi 6.6
Ritta Elementary Knoxville 4.6 mi 5.9
NATURES WAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 5.0 mi 6.2
Paulette Elementary School Maynardville 4.9 mi 6.9
Halls High School Knoxville 4.6 mi 4.6
Adrian Burnett Elementary Knoxville 5.1 mi 5.8
Halls Middle School Knoxville 4.7 mi 4.7
Halls Elementary Knoxville 4.9 mi 8.0
Corryton Elementary Corryton 4.9 mi 7.8
Shannondale Elementary Knoxville 5.8 mi 8.2
East Knox Elementary Mascot 6.0 mi 6.6
Central High School Knoxville 7.0 mi 4.3
Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville 7.5 mi 4.8
GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 7.1 mi 7.7
Holston Middle School Knoxville 7.7 mi 4.3
Richard Yoakley School Knoxville 7.6 mi 5.6
Fountain City Elementary Knoxville 7.3 mi 7.6
Sunnyview Primary Knoxville 7.7 mi 5.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Fairview Middle School Fairview, TN 6.5
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Spring Station Middle School Spring Hill, TN 6.5
Coffee County Middle School Manchester, TN 6.3
Craigmont Middle Memphis, TN 6.3
East Middle School Tullahoma, TN 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gibbs Middle School

What grades does Gibbs Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Gibbs Middle School?

Gibbs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Gibbs Middle School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gibbs Middle School rank in TN?

Gibbs Middle School ranks #923 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Gibbs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gibbs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Gibbs Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gibbs Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Gibbs Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Gibbs Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

District

Knox County
District Enrollment
60,604
Schools in District
94
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,187
District Rank
#39 of 88

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