Below Average
#1529 of 1,786 schools in TN
Orchard Knob Middle School
Middle School · Hamilton County
500 North Highland Park AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,529 of 1,786
In Chattanooga
#38 of 47
public schools
In district
#71 of 80
Hamilton County
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Orchard Knob Middle School
Middle School in Chattanooga · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Orchard Knob Middle School
Orchard Knob Middle School is a public middle school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Orchard Knob Middle School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Knob Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,529 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Orchard Knob Middle School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Orchard Knob Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
73% of students at Orchard Knob 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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Orchard Knob Middle School — Students at Orchard Knob Middle School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 7.8/10.
How Orchard Knob Middle School Compares
See how Orchard Knob Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 North Highland Park AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Knob Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Howard Connect Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle (rated 3.0/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,585
Median Home Value
$235,300
Median Rent
$999/mo
Population
13,883
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Knob Middle School
What grades does Orchard Knob Middle School serve?
Orchard Knob Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Orchard Knob Middle School?
Orchard Knob Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Knob Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Knob Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orchard Knob Middle School rank in TN?
Orchard Knob Middle School ranks #1,529 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Orchard Knob Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Knob Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Orchard Knob Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Knob Middle School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Orchard Knob Middle School a charter school?
No, Orchard Knob Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orchard Knob Middle School a Title I school?
No, Orchard Knob Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.6%
- Phone
- (423) 493-7793
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton County- District Enrollment
- 45,790
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,785
- District Rank
- #71 of 80
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