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John Sevier Middle School

Middle School · Kingsport

1200 Wateree ST, Kingsport, TN 37660

Enrollment

799

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,381 of 1,786

In Kingsport

#17 of 18

public schools

In district

#11 of 12

Kingsport

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John Sevier Middle School

5.1/10

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

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About John Sevier Middle School

John Sevier Middle School is a public middle school in Kingsport, TN, part of Kingsport. John Sevier Middle School serves approximately 799 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John Sevier Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,381 of 1,786 schools in TN.

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

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at John Sevier 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg0 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,027
Chronic Absenteeism35.4%

John Sevier Middle School — Students at John Sevier Middle School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 44.1% (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
38%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
28.7%
ELA
30.2%
2025
Math
39.2%
ELA
32.3%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How John Sevier Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
23th percentile in TN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.4%

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

1200 Wateree ST, Kingsport, TN 37660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Sevier Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sullivan Heights Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ross N. Robinson Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kingsport, see our Kingsport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL'S DAY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Kingsport 0.5 mi
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Kingsport 0.6 mi 6.4
ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingsport 0.8 mi 6.0
Palmer Early Learning Center Kingsport 1.1 mi 5.8
Dobyns - Bennett High School Kingsport 1.2 mi 6.6
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kingsport 1.5 mi 5.2
Andrew Jackson Elementary School Kingsport 1.4 mi 4.5
Andrew Johnson Elementary School Kingsport 1.5 mi 7.9
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Kingsport 1.4 mi 7.0
Ross N. Robinson Middle School Kingsport 1.7 mi 6.9
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Kingsport 2.1 mi 5.8
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Kingsport 2.2 mi 4.9
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Kingsport 2.7 mi 6.3
TOP ACADEMY Kingsport 2.7 mi 5.1
APOSTOLIC GOSPEL ACADEMY Kingsport 3.0 mi 5.2
Sullivan Heights Middle School Kingsport 3.9 mi 7.4
Rock Springs Elementary Kingsport 4.1 mi 7.4
Ketron Elementary School Kingsport 4.2 mi 5.8
Weber City Elementary Weber City 5.3 mi 8.2
Sullivan Gardens Elementary Kingsport 5.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,913

Median Home Value

$177,800

Median Rent

$833/mo

Population

40,114

College Educated

23.7%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

44.2

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Warren County Middle School Mcminnville, TN 5.1
DeKalb Middle School Smithville, TN 5.0
Germantown Middle Germantown, TN 5.0
Montgomery Central Middle Cunningham, TN 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Sevier Middle School

What grades does John Sevier Middle School serve?

John Sevier Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend John Sevier Middle School?

John Sevier Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 799 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Sevier Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Sevier Middle School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Sevier Middle School rank in TN?

John Sevier Middle School ranks #1,381 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is John Sevier Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

John Sevier Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 John Sevier Middle School?

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

Is John Sevier Middle School a charter school?

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

Is John Sevier Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.4%

District

Kingsport
District Enrollment
7,653
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,027
District Rank
#11 of 12

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