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#552 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 31% in state

Norwood Middle School

Middle School · Anderson County

803 Tri- County BLVD, Oliver Springs, TN 37840

Enrollment

158

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#552 of 1,786

In Oliver Springs

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#8 of 17

Anderson County

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Norwood Middle School

7.3/10

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

Norwood Elementary

6.7/10

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7.4/10

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About Norwood Middle School

Norwood Middle School is a public middle school in Oliver Springs, TN, part of Anderson County. Norwood Middle School serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #552 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Norwood Middle School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 158 students, Norwood Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-0.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,945
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Norwood Middle School — Students at Norwood Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 28.6% (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
22%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
13.8%
ELA
14%
2025
Math
38.5%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Norwood Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in TN
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Location

803 Tri- County BLVD, Oliver Springs, TN 37840

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Norwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oliver Springs Middle (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Jefferson Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Ridge), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Robertsville Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Ridge), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oliver Springs, see our Oliver Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Norwood Elementary Oliver Springs 0.1 mi 6.7
Oliver Springs Middle Oliver Springs 1.4 mi 7.4
Oliver Springs High School Oliver Springs 1.4 mi 6.4
Dyllis Springs Elementary Oliver Springs 1.9 mi 8.8
Linden Elementary Oak Ridge 2.2 mi 9.3
Willow Brook Elementary Oak Ridge 2.8 mi 7.5
Robertsville Middle School Oak Ridge 3.1 mi 5.9
Oak Ridge High School Oak Ridge 3.7 mi 5.8
Preschool Oak Ridge 4.3 mi 4.0
ST MARYS SCHOOL Oak Ridge 4.2 mi 7.5
MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs 4.4 mi 6.7
Woodland Elementary Oak Ridge 4.7 mi 7.8
Grand Oaks Elementary Clinton 5.0 mi 7.9
Coalfield School Coalfield 5.4 mi 6.9
Jefferson Middle School Oak Ridge 5.5 mi 7.3
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge 5.6 mi
Glenwood Elementary Oak Ridge 6.3 mi 8.4
Petros Joyner Elementary Oliver Springs 7.7 mi 4.7
Dutch Valley Elementary Clinton 9.4 mi 6.9
Hardin Valley Elementary Knoxville 10.3 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,064

Median Home Value

$185,100

Median Rent

$630/mo

Population

10,402

College Educated

15.6%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

41.7

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Oliver Springs Middle Oliver Springs, TN 7.4
Linden Middle School Linden, TN 7.9
Howard Connect Academy Chattanooga, TN 6.5
COLLEGEDALE ADVENTIST MIDDLE SCHOOL Collegedale, TN 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Norwood Middle School

What grades does Norwood Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Norwood Middle School?

Norwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Norwood Middle School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Norwood Middle School rank in TN?

Norwood Middle School ranks #552 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Norwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Norwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Norwood Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Norwood Middle School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Norwood Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Norwood Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anderson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

Anderson County
District Enrollment
6,157
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,945
District Rank
#8 of 17

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