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Martin Middle School

Middle School · Weakley County

700 Fowler RD, Martin, TN 38237

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,078 of 1,786

In Martin

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#9 of 10

Weakley County

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Martin Middle School

6.0/10

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

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About Martin Middle School

Martin Middle School is a public middle school in Martin, TN, part of Weakley County. Martin Middle School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,078 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Martin Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,298
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Martin Middle School — Students at Martin Middle School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.6% (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
30%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
25.1%
ELA
37.8%
2025
Math
48.2%
ELA
40.9%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Martin Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
40th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

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

700 Fowler RD, Martin, TN 38237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Martin Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Union City Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dresden Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Dresden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Martin, see our Martin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martin 0.6 mi 5.5
Westview High School Martin 0.8 mi 5.9
Martin Primary Martin 2.1 mi 6.7
Martin Elementary Martin 2.1 mi 7.4
Sharon School Sharon 5.5 mi 6.2
Dresden Elementary Dresden 8.8 mi 9.1
Dresden Middle School Dresden 8.8 mi 8.1
Greenfield School Greenfield 11.3 mi 8.5
South Fulton Elementary South Fulton 12.1 mi 8.3
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gleason 10.4 mi
South Fulton Middle / High School South Fulton 12.9 mi 8.4
Dresden High School Dresden 10.9 mi 6.9
Kenton Elementary School Kenton 11.9 mi 5.2
Fulton Independent School Fulton 13.9 mi 7.7
Union City Elementary School Union City 12.5 mi 8.6
Union City High School Union City 12.7 mi 7.2
Union City Middle School Union City 12.9 mi 8.3
Ridgemont Elementary Union City 12.5 mi 8.7
Rutherford Elementary Rutherford 14.5 mi 6.7
Bradford High School Bradford 16.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,301

Median Home Value

$194,100

Median Rent

$808/mo

Population

15,273

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

15.2 min

Poverty Rate

22.3%

Median Age

31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Martin Middle School

What grades does Martin Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Martin Middle School?

Martin Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Martin Middle School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Martin Middle School rank in TN?

Martin Middle School ranks #1,078 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Martin Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Martin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Martin Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Martin Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Martin Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Weakley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

Weakley County
District Enrollment
3,932
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,298
District Rank
#9 of 10

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