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Middleton High School

High School · Hardeman County Schools

P. O. Box 477 AVE, Middleton, TN 38052

Enrollment

394

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,023 of 1,786

In Middleton

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

Hardeman County Schools

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Middleton High School

6.1/10

High School in Middleton · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Middleton Elementary

5.4/10

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About Middleton High School

Middleton High School is a public high school in Middleton, TN, part of Hardeman County Schools. Middleton High School serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Middleton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,023 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Middleton High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Middleton High 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.

31% of students at Middleton High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-33.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,701
Chronic Absenteeism31%

Middleton High School — Students at Middleton High School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 28.7% (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
20%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
19.7%
2025
Math
5.4%
ELA
29.5%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Middleton High School Compares

See how Middleton High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in TN
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Sports
11
5 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics11sports offered
5 boys'·6 girls'·11 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

P. O. Box 477 AVE, Middleton, TN 38052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middleton High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KOSSUTH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Corinth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central High School (rated 5.7/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Bolivar), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Middleton, see our Middleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Middleton Elementary Middleton 0.7 mi 5.4
WALNUT ATTENDANCE CENTER Walnut 8.1 mi 7.7
CHALYBEATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut 9.2 mi 7.6
Hornsby Elementary Hornsby 11.9 mi 5.9
Bolivar Middle School Bolivar 14.4 mi 5.2
FALKNER ATTENDANCE CENTER Falkner 15.1 mi 6.5
Central High School Bolivar 14.8 mi 5.7
Bolivar Elementary Bolivar 15.0 mi 5.4
Ramer Elementary Ramer 15.6 mi 6.8
Grand Junction Elementary Grand Junction 16.8 mi 7.8
Toone Elementary Toone 20.4 mi 6.8
KOSSUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Corinth 19.3 mi 6.9
KOSSUTH HIGH SCHOOL Corinth 19.4 mi 7.7
KOSSUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth 19.4 mi 8.5
McNairy County Virtual School K-12 Selmer 18.9 mi 5.0
Selmer Elementary Selmer 19.1 mi 7.6
Selmer Middle School Selmer 19.2 mi 6.4
RIPLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ripley 22.8 mi 7.9
Bethel Springs Elementary Bethel Springs 20.1 mi 6.0
RIPLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Ripley 23.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,453

Median Home Value

$129,800

Median Rent

$774/mo

Population

3,566

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middleton High School

What grades does Middleton High School serve?

Middleton High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Middleton High School?

Middleton High School has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middleton High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Middleton High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middleton High School rank in TN?

Middleton High School ranks #1,023 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Middleton High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Middleton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Middleton High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middleton High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Middleton High School a charter school?

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

Is Middleton High School a Title I school?

No, Middleton High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Hardeman County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Hardeman County Schools
District Enrollment
3,207
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,701
District Rank
#3 of 9

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