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Very Good

#609 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 34% in state

Halls Junior High School

Middle School · Lauderdale County

800 West Tigrett ST, Halls, TN 38040

Enrollment

151

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#609 of 1,786

In Halls

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Lauderdale County

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Halls Junior High School

7.2/10

Middle School in Halls · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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6.8/10

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About Halls Junior High School

Halls Junior High School is a public middle school in Halls, TN, part of Lauderdale County. Halls Junior High School serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Halls Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #609 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Halls Junior High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 151 students, Halls Junior High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Halls Junior High 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 Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,162
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Halls Junior High School — Students at Halls Junior High School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.3% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
23%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
31.8%
ELA
24.6%
2025
Math
40.3%
ELA
30.2%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Halls Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in TN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

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

800 West Tigrett ST, Halls, TN 38040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Halls Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dyersburg Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Dyersburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Three Oaks Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Dyersburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ripley Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Ripley), a more accessible option. For more schools in Halls, see our Halls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Halls High School Halls 0.1 mi 5.9
Halls Elementary School Halls 0.2 mi 6.8
Holice Powell Elementary Dyersburg 6.4 mi 8.6
Dyersburg Intermediate School Dyersburg 11.0 mi 8.2
Dyersburg Middle School Dyersburg 11.0 mi 8.3
Friendship Elementary Friendship 9.5 mi 6.4
Dyersburg Primary Dyersburg 11.8 mi 7.9
Three Oaks Middle School Dyersburg 11.9 mi 7.0
Finley Elementary Finley 11.5 mi 8.5
Dyersburg High School Dyersburg 12.2 mi 6.8
CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY Dyersburg 12.2 mi 7.4
CROCKETT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maury City 11.0 mi
Ripley High School Ripley 12.5 mi 4.2
Maury City Elementary Maury City 11.9 mi 8.8
Fifth Consolidated School Dyersburg 14.4 mi 8.8
Ripley Elementary Ripley 13.3 mi 7.5
Ripley Middle School Ripley 13.5 mi 5.8
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dyersburg 14.5 mi
Ripley Primary Ripley 13.6 mi 6.1
Dyer County High School Newbern 16.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,119

Median Home Value

$107,600

Median Rent

$735/mo

Population

4,689

College Educated

10.8%

Homeownership

55.5%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

41.3

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Oliver Springs Middle Oliver Springs, TN 7.4
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Linden Middle School Linden, TN 7.9
COLLEGEDALE ADVENTIST MIDDLE SCHOOL Collegedale, TN 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Halls Junior High School

What grades does Halls Junior High School serve?

Halls Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Halls Junior High School?

Halls Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Halls Junior High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Halls Junior High School rank in TN?

Halls Junior High School ranks #609 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Halls Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Halls Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Halls Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Halls Junior High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Halls Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is Halls Junior High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lauderdale County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

Lauderdale County
District Enrollment
3,360
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,162
District Rank
#2 of 7

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