Below Average
#1511 of 1,786 schools in TN
Northwest Middle School
Middle School · Knox County
5301 Pleasant Ridge RD, Knoxville, TN 37912
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,511 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#64 of 82
public schools
In district
#72 of 88
Knox County
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Northwest Middle School
Middle School in Knoxville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northwest Middle School
Northwest Middle School is a public middle school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Northwest Middle School serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,511 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Northwest Middle School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Northwest 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
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Northwest Middle School — Students at Northwest Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.6/10.
How Northwest Middle School Compares
See how Northwest Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5301 Pleasant Ridge RD, Knoxville, TN 37912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bearden Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lonsdale Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elementary Knoxville | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Norwood Elementary Knoxville | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| RIVERS EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| West Haven Elementary Knoxville | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Ridgedale Alternative School Knoxville | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST END ACADEMY Knoxville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| West View Elementary Knoxville | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Inskip Elementary Knoxville | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| West High School Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| KNOXVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Powell High School Powell | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PRIDE & JOY CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Knoxville | 3.5 mi | — |
| Knox Adaptive Education Center Knoxville | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Sterchi Elementary Knoxville | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Bearden Elementary Knoxville | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,754
Median Home Value
$185,600
Median Rent
$1,050/mo
Population
22,009
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| E O Coffman Middle School Lawrenceburg, TN | 4.6 |
| East Ridge Middle School Chattanooga, TN | 4.6 |
| Highland Oaks Middle Memphis, TN | 4.6 |
| Crestview Middle School Covington, TN | 4.5 |
| Greenbrier Middle School Greenbrier, TN | 4.5 |
| LaVergne Middle School La Vergne, TN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Middle School
What grades does Northwest Middle School serve?
Northwest Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Middle School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwest Middle School rank in TN?
Northwest Middle School ranks #1,511 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Northwest Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Northwest Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest Middle School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Northwest Middle School a charter school?
No, Northwest Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwest Middle School a Title I school?
No, Northwest Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (865) 594-1345
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #72 of 88
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