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#899 of 1,786 schools in TN

Oakland Middle School

Middle School · Rutherford County

853 DeJarnette LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Enrollment

1,151

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#899 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#18 of 32

public schools

In district

#23 of 50

Rutherford County

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Oakland Middle School

6.5/10

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

John Pittard Elementary

5.8/10

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Oakland High School

6.8/10

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About Oakland Middle School

Oakland Middle School is a public middle school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Rutherford County. Oakland Middle School serves approximately 1,151 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #899 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oakland Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Oakland Middle School — Students at Oakland Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
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.

2010
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
42.1%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
52.6%
ELA
39.9%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Oakland Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
50th percentile in TN
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

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

853 DeJarnette LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakland Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central Magnet School (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School (rated 7.8/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Erma Siegel Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
John Pittard Elementary Murfreesboro 0.2 mi 5.8
Oakland High School Murfreesboro 0.3 mi 6.8
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 1.1 mi 7.0
CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.7 mi 6.3
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.9 mi 6.9
Daniel McKee Alternative School Murfreesboro 2.0 mi 5.4
Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro 2.3 mi 6.6
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.1 mi
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.2 mi 4.9
Erma Siegel Elementary Murfreesboro 2.5 mi 7.6
Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 7.0
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro 3.0 mi 7.6
Siegel Middle School Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 6.7
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 3.2 mi 8.0
Hobgood Elementary Murfreesboro 3.4 mi 5.0
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 3.1 mi 6.4
Siegel High School Murfreesboro 3.1 mi 6.3
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 3.8 mi 7.8
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 3.8 mi 6.5
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 4.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,389

Median Home Value

$347,100

Median Rent

$1,157/mo

Population

57,768

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

33

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School Rating
Rockvale Middle School Rockvale, TN 6.5
Spring Station Middle School Spring Hill, TN 6.5
Richview Middle Clarksville, TN 6.4
West Valley Middle School Knoxville, TN 6.4
White Co Middle School Sparta, TN 6.6
Bristol Tennessee Middle School Bristol, TN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakland Middle School

What grades does Oakland Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Oakland Middle School?

Oakland Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,151 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Middle School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakland Middle School rank in TN?

Oakland Middle School ranks #899 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oakland Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Oakland Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Oakland Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Oakland Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,151
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

District

Rutherford County
District Enrollment
51,595
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,708
District Rank
#23 of 50

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