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#703 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 39% in state

Lincoln Heights Middle School

Middle School · Hamblen County

219 Lincoln AVE, Morristown, TN 37813

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#703 of 1,786

In Morristown

#7 of 15

public schools

In district

#10 of 18

Hamblen County

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Heights Middle School

6.9/10

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

Lincoln Heights Elementary

8.4/10

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6.9/10

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About Lincoln Heights Middle School

Lincoln Heights Middle School is a public middle school in Morristown, TN, part of Hamblen County. Lincoln Heights Middle School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #703 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Heights Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,596
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Lincoln Heights Middle School — Students at Lincoln Heights Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 32.1% (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
37%
2010
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
25.4%
ELA
25.4%
2025
Math
43.8%
ELA
33.5%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Lincoln Heights Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in TN
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

219 Lincoln AVE, Morristown, TN 37813

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Heights Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West View Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Meadowview Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown 0.1 mi 8.4
MORRISTOWN COVENANT ACADEMY Morristown 0.5 mi 6.9
Morristown West High Morristown 0.6 mi 5.1
Morristown East High Morristown 0.9 mi 5.7
Hillcrest Elementary Morristown 1.1 mi 6.2
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morristown 1.3 mi 3.1
West Elementary Morristown 1.8 mi 7.4
Meadowview Middle School Morristown 2.0 mi 4.9
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morristown 2.4 mi 4.9
Fairview Marguerite Morristown 2.5 mi 6.8
Witt Elementary Morristown 3.0 mi 7.9
Hamblen County Alternative School Morristown 2.7 mi 4.3
John Hay Elementary Morristown 2.8 mi 5.0
Union Heights Elementary Morristown 2.8 mi 7.3
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown 3.3 mi 5.3
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Morristown 2.9 mi 7.0
Manley Elementary Morristown 2.9 mi 5.1
West View Middle School Morristown 4.0 mi 7.0
NEW VISION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White Pine 6.4 mi 4.1
Russellville Elementary Russellville 5.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,783

Median Home Value

$158,400

Median Rent

$813/mo

Population

17,479

College Educated

15.1%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Heights Middle School

What grades does Lincoln Heights Middle School serve?

Lincoln Heights Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lincoln Heights Middle School?

Lincoln Heights Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Heights Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Heights Middle School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Heights Middle School rank in TN?

Lincoln Heights Middle School ranks #703 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Lincoln Heights Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Lincoln Heights Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Heights Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lincoln Heights Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Heights Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hamblen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

Hamblen County
District Enrollment
10,287
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,596
District Rank
#10 of 18

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