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#183 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 10% in state

Heritage Middle School

Middle School · Williamson County

4803 Columbia PIKE, Thompson Station, TN 37179

Enrollment

822

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#183 of 1,786

In Thompson Station

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#25 of 50

Williamson County

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Heritage Middle School

8.5/10

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

Heritage Elementary

8.6/10

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5.0/10

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About Heritage Middle School

Heritage Middle School is a public middle school in Thompson Station, TN, part of Williamson County. Heritage Middle School serves approximately 822 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Heritage 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 Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+30.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,899
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Heritage Middle School — Students at Heritage Middle School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 61.2% (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
45%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
58.5%
ELA
60.1%
2025
Math
70%
ELA
56.4%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Heritage Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
90th percentile in TN
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

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

4803 Columbia PIKE, Thompson Station, TN 37179

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Thompson's Station Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Thompson'S Station), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Battle Creek Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Spring Hill), a more accessible option. Additionally, Spring Station Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Spring Hill), a more accessible option. For more schools in Thompson Station, see our Thompson Station schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Heritage Elementary Thompson Station 0.2 mi 8.6
SPRING HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Hill 0.9 mi 5.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SPRING HILL Spring Hill 1.0 mi
Longview Elementary School Spring Hill 1.7 mi 9.4
Allendale Elementary School Spring Hill 2.5 mi 8.2
Spring Hill Elementary Spring Hill 2.8 mi 7.3
Thompson's Station Elementary School Thompson'S Station 2.6 mi 8.5
Summit High School Spring Hill 2.6 mi 6.1
Thompson's Station Middle School Thompson'S Station 2.6 mi 9.3
Independence High School Thompson'S Station 3.0 mi 6.6
Spring Station Middle School Spring Hill 3.0 mi 6.5
COLUMBIA ACADEMY AT SPRING HILL Spring Hill 3.6 mi 4.0
Chapman's Retreat Elementary Spring Hill 3.7 mi 8.2
Spring Hill Middle School Spring Hill 4.3 mi 5.5
Marvin Wright Elementary School Spring Hill 4.8 mi 8.1
Battle Creek Elementary School Spring Hill 5.5 mi 8.6
Battle Creek Middle School Spring Hill 6.0 mi 7.2
CHRIST CHILDREN'S ACADEMY - SITE 1 Spring Hill 5.6 mi
Spring Hill High School Columbia 5.8 mi 4.5
Winstead Elementary School Franklin 7.0 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37179 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,844

Median Home Value

$501,500

Median Rent

$2,054/mo

Population

17,411

College Educated

55.9%

Homeownership

86.3%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

36.9

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Coulter Grove Intermediate School Maryville, TN 8.6
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Brentwood Middle School Brentwood, TN 8.7
Dyersburg Middle School Dyersburg, TN 8.3
Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin, TN 8.7
Robert E Ellis Middle Hendersonville, TN 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Middle School

What grades does Heritage Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Heritage Middle School?

Heritage Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 822 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle 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 Heritage Middle School rank in TN?

Heritage Middle School ranks #183 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Heritage Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Heritage Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Heritage Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Heritage Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

Williamson County
District Enrollment
41,909
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,899
District Rank
#25 of 50

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