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North Middle School

Middle School · Franklin County

2990 Decherd BLVD, Winchester, TN 37398

Enrollment

577

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

3.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,647 of 1,786

In Winchester

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#11 of 11

Franklin County

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North Middle School

3.9/10

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

Decherd Elementary

4.4/10

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6.6/10

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About North Middle School

North Middle School is a public middle school in Winchester, TN, part of Franklin County. North Middle School serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,647 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for North Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.1 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,602
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

North Middle School — Students at North Middle School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (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
43%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
18.9%
ELA
23.5%
2025
Math
20.9%
ELA
20.7%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How North Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in TN
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Location

2990 Decherd BLVD, Winchester, TN 37398

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. East Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Tullahoma), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Tullahoma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Cowan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winchester, see our Winchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Decherd Elementary Decherd 1.9 mi 4.4
Clark Memorial School Winchester 2.4 mi 6.6
Franklin Co High School Winchester 2.5 mi 5.8
WINCHESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winchester 3.1 mi 5.5
Rock Creek Elementary Estill Springs 4.1 mi 4.9
South Middle School Cowan 5.6 mi 5.0
Broadview Elementary Winchester 5.8 mi 8.0
Cowan Elementary Cowan 6.5 mi 5.9
North Lake Elementary Tullahoma 8.4 mi 6.0
TULLAHOMA SDA SCHOOL Tullahoma 9.4 mi
Tullahoma Virtual Academy Tullahoma 10.9 mi 5.3
Jack T Farrar Elementary Tullahoma 11.0 mi 6.9
West Middle School Tullahoma 10.9 mi 5.9
East Lincoln Elementary Tullahoma 11.4 mi 6.8
East Middle School Tullahoma 11.9 mi 6.3
Hickerson Elementary Tullahoma 12.6 mi 8.1
Sewanee Elementary Sewanee 10.4 mi 9.4
Bel Aire Elementary Tullahoma 11.8 mi 5.2
Tullahoma High School Tullahoma 12.3 mi 4.5
Robert E Lee Elementary Tullahoma 12.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37398 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,542

Median Home Value

$225,200

Median Rent

$879/mo

Population

15,712

College Educated

24.6%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Middle School

What grades does North Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend North Middle School?

North Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North Middle School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Middle School rank in TN?

North Middle School ranks #1,647 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is North Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 North Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Middle School a charter school?

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

Is North Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

Franklin County
District Enrollment
4,977
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,602
District Rank
#11 of 11

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