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Harris Middle School

Middle School · Bedford County

570 Eagle BLVD, Shelbyville, TN 37160

Enrollment

950

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

3.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,702 of 1,786

In Shelbyville

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#14 of 14

Bedford County

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Harris Middle School

3.5/10

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

Learning Way Elementary

4.5/10

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3.8/10

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About Harris Middle School

Harris Middle School is a public middle school in Shelbyville, TN, part of Bedford County. Harris Middle School serves approximately 950 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harris Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,702 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Harris Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.8
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.9 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-28.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,873
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

Harris Middle School — Students at Harris Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 25.3% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2010
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
18.8%
ELA
15.3%
2025
Math
12.4%
ELA
11.9%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Harris Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in TN
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

Location

570 Eagle BLVD, Shelbyville, TN 37160

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harris Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cascade Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Wartrace), which scores notably higher. Another option is Community Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Unionville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CEDAR HALL SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Christiana), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelbyville, see our Shelbyville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Learning Way Elementary Shelbyville 0.2 mi 4.5
Shelbyville Central High School Shelbyville 0.3 mi 3.8
Eakin Elementary Shelbyville 1.9 mi 4.7
East Side Elementary Shelbyville 2.3 mi 6.6
Thomas Magnet School Shelbyville 2.8 mi 8.1
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Shelbyville 3.0 mi 5.8
South Side Elementary Shelbyville 3.2 mi 4.2
Cascade Middle School Wartrace 6.3 mi 7.3
Cascade Elementary Wartrace 6.4 mi 7.2
Cascade High School Wartrace 6.7 mi 6.6
Liberty Elementary Shelbyville 6.7 mi 5.8
THE WEBB SCHOOL Bell Buckle 8.0 mi 8.0
Moore County High School Lynchburg 13.2 mi 6.2
Community High School Unionville 12.0 mi 5.4
Lynchburg Elementary Lynchburg 14.0 mi 6.5
Community Elementary School Unionville 12.7 mi 7.2
Community Middle School Unionville 12.8 mi 6.5
CEDAR HALL SCHOOL Christiana 15.2 mi 4.7
Tullahoma High School Tullahoma 13.6 mi 4.5
Bel Aire Elementary Tullahoma 13.8 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,899

Median Home Value

$257,700

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

36,422

College Educated

15.6%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harris Middle School

What grades does Harris Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Harris Middle School?

Harris Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 950 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Harris Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harris Middle School rank in TN?

Harris Middle School ranks #1,702 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Harris Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harris Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Harris Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harris Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harris Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Harris Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
950
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bedford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

District

Bedford County
District Enrollment
8,994
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,873
District Rank
#14 of 14

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