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Harriman Middle School

Middle School · Roane County

1025 Cumberland ST, Harriman, TN 37748

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#936 of 1,786

In Harriman

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#11 of 18

Roane County

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Harriman Middle School

6.4/10

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

Harriman High School

4.2/10

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7.7/10

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About Harriman Middle School

Harriman Middle School is a public middle school in Harriman, TN, part of Roane County. Harriman Middle School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harriman Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #936 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Harriman Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Harriman Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.9 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,003
Chronic Absenteeism31.7%

Harriman Middle School — Students at Harriman Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (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
19%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
42.6%
ELA
28.9%
2025
Math
42.2%
ELA
27.9%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Harriman Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in TN
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

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

1025 Cumberland ST, Harriman, TN 37748

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harriman Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Midway Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Ten Mile), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cherokee Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Kingston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rockwood Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Rockwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Harriman, see our Harriman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Harriman High School Harriman 0.2 mi 4.2
Bowers Elementary Harriman 1.9 mi 7.7
Oakdale School Oakdale 3.7 mi 6.4
Midtown Elementary Harriman 4.2 mi 7.8
Roane County High School Kingston 4.5 mi 5.6
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Kingston 4.4 mi 5.5
SAILAWAY LEARNING & ACADEMY Kingston 4.4 mi 2.9
Midtown Educational Center Harriman 5.0 mi 5.1
Roane County Virtual Academy Harriman 5.0 mi 5.2
Cherokee Middle School Kingston 5.6 mi 6.7
Kingston Elementary Kingston 6.2 mi 7.0
Coalfield School Coalfield 9.2 mi 6.9
Central Middle School Wartburg 10.4 mi 4.3
NEW SYSTEM SCHOOL INC. Rockwood 8.9 mi 6.8
Petros Joyner Elementary Oliver Springs 10.2 mi 4.7
Midway Elementary Kingston 10.9 mi 7.2
MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs 9.3 mi 6.7
Midway Middle School Ten Mile 11.1 mi 8.2
Rockwood Middle School Rockwood 9.4 mi 6.3
Midway High School Kingston 11.1 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,649

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$760/mo

Population

17,021

College Educated

20.2%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

47.1

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Selmer Middle School Selmer, TN 6.4
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Community Middle School Unionville, TN 6.5
Howard Connect Academy Chattanooga, TN 6.5
Lara Kendall Elementary Ridgely, TN 6.5
Rutledge Middle School Rutledge, TN 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harriman Middle School

What grades does Harriman Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Harriman Middle School?

Harriman Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Harriman Middle School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harriman Middle School rank in TN?

Harriman Middle School ranks #936 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Harriman Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harriman 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 Harriman Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harriman Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harriman Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Harriman Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Roane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

District

Roane County
District Enrollment
6,318
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,003
District Rank
#11 of 18

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