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#1441 of 1,786 schools in TN

Harpeth Middle School

Middle School · Cheatham County

170 Harpeth View TRL, Kingston Springs, TN 37082

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,441 of 1,786

In Kingston Springs

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

Cheatham County

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Harpeth Middle School

4.9/10

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

Harpeth High School

5.2/10

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9.1/10

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About Harpeth Middle School

Harpeth Middle School is a public middle school in Kingston Springs, TN, part of Cheatham County. Harpeth Middle School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harpeth Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,441 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Harpeth Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Harpeth 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,231
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Harpeth Middle School — Students at Harpeth Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.6% (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
41%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
34.8%
ELA
30.8%
2025
Math
33.7%
ELA
25.8%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Harpeth Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
19th percentile in TN
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Location

170 Harpeth View TRL, Kingston Springs, TN 37082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harpeth Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Burns Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Burns), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W James Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby White Bluff), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kingston Springs, see our Kingston Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Harpeth High School Kingston Springs 0.2 mi 5.2
Kingston Springs Elementary Kingston Springs 0.8 mi 9.1
ARCH ACADEMY Kingston Springs 1.9 mi
Pegram Elementary Fine Arts Magnet School Pegram 2.5 mi 5.6
Westwood Elementary School Fairview 7.4 mi 8.5
HOLY TRINITY MONTESSORI Nashville 6.9 mi 6.8
W James Middle School White Bluff 6.9 mi 6.4
White Bluff Elementary White Bluff 7.2 mi 7.1
Harpeth Valley Elementary Nashville 8.3 mi 7.5
Fairview Middle School Fairview 10.0 mi 6.5
Fairview High School Fairview 10.2 mi 6.8
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Franklin 8.8 mi 5.0
Fairview Elementary Fairview 10.3 mi 8.0
Bellevue Middle Nashville 9.1 mi 4.5
NASHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nashville 9.2 mi 5.6
Burns Middle School Burns 9.9 mi 8.3
Gower Elementary Nashville 9.9 mi 6.9
Stuart Burns Elementary Burns 10.0 mi 7.1
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-HS CAMPUS Nashville 10.0 mi 5.6
NASHVILLE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Nashville 10.0 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,301

Median Home Value

$358,200

Median Rent

$1,275/mo

Population

5,564

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harpeth Middle School

What grades does Harpeth Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Harpeth Middle School?

Harpeth Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Harpeth Middle School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harpeth Middle School rank in TN?

Harpeth Middle School ranks #1,441 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Harpeth Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harpeth Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Harpeth Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harpeth Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harpeth Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Harpeth Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Cheatham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

Cheatham County
District Enrollment
5,629
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,231
District Rank
#12 of 13

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