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#583 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 33% in state

Jefferson Middle School

Middle School · Oak Ridge

200 Fairbanks RD, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Enrollment

706

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#583 of 1,786

In Oak Ridge

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Oak Ridge

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Jefferson Middle School

7.3/10

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

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About Jefferson Middle School

Jefferson Middle School is a public middle school in Oak Ridge, TN, part of Oak Ridge. Jefferson Middle School serves approximately 706 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #583 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,761
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

Jefferson Middle School — Students at Jefferson Middle School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.7% (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
52%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
45.9%
ELA
45.5%
2025
Math
56%
ELA
47.7%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Jefferson Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
67th percentile in TN
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

Location

200 Fairbanks RD, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hardin Valley Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Norwood Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Oliver Springs), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Robertsville Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oak Ridge, see our Oak Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge 0.5 mi
Woodland Elementary Oak Ridge 1.4 mi 7.8
ST MARYS SCHOOL Oak Ridge 1.5 mi 7.5
Glenwood Elementary Oak Ridge 1.7 mi 8.4
Grand Oaks Elementary Clinton 2.0 mi 7.9
Oak Ridge High School Oak Ridge 2.0 mi 5.8
Preschool Oak Ridge 2.7 mi 4.0
Robertsville Middle School Oak Ridge 2.8 mi 5.9
Willow Brook Elementary Oak Ridge 3.1 mi 7.5
Linden Elementary Oak Ridge 4.8 mi 9.3
Norwood Elementary Oliver Springs 5.4 mi 6.7
Norwood Middle School Oliver Springs 5.5 mi 7.3
Hardin Valley Middle School Knoxville 6.6 mi 7.7
Hardin Valley Academy Knoxville 6.7 mi 5.5
Dutch Valley Elementary Clinton 6.9 mi 6.9
Hardin Valley Elementary Knoxville 6.8 mi 8.1
South Clinton Elementary Clinton 6.2 mi 8.9
Clinton High School Clinton 6.6 mi 5.7
Karns High School Knoxville 6.7 mi 4.8
Claxton Elementary Powell 6.5 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,795

Median Home Value

$234,500

Median Rent

$1,076/mo

Population

32,519

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

39.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson Middle School

What grades does Jefferson Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?

Jefferson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 706 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Middle School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson Middle School rank in TN?

Jefferson Middle School ranks #583 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Jefferson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Jefferson Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jefferson Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Jefferson Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anderson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

District

Oak Ridge
District Enrollment
5,002
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,761
District Rank
#5 of 8

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