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#781 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 44% in state

Pigeon Forge Intermediate

Middle School · Sevier County

3003 Jess Wilson, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#781 of 1,786

In Pigeon Forge

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#14 of 27

Sevier County

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Pigeon Forge Intermediate

6.8/10

Middle School in Pigeon Forge · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pigeon Forge High School

5.3/10

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5.8/10

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About Pigeon Forge Intermediate

Pigeon Forge Intermediate is a public middle school in Pigeon Forge, TN, part of Sevier County. Pigeon Forge Intermediate serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pigeon Forge Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #781 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Pigeon Forge Intermediate show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Pigeon Forge Intermediate 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.37 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,911
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Pigeon Forge Intermediate — Students at Pigeon Forge Intermediate score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 10 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
31%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
30.3%
2025
Math
27.1%
ELA
24.6%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Pigeon Forge Intermediate Compares

See how Pigeon Forge Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
56th percentile in TN
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

Location

3003 Jess Wilson, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pigeon Forge Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Northview Junior Academy (rated 6.9/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Kodak), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pigeon Forge Junior High School (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sevierville Intermediate (rated 5.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Sevierville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pigeon Forge, see our Pigeon Forge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Pigeon Forge High School Pigeon Forge 0.7 mi 5.3
Pigeon Forge Junior High School Pigeon Forge 0.7 mi 5.8
Pigeon Forge Primary Sevierville 2.1 mi 4.3
ALPHA EDUCATIONAL LEARNING CENTER Sevierville 4.8 mi
Sevierville Intermediate Sevierville 4.9 mi 5.7
T Lawson Early Childhood Education Center Sevierville 5.0 mi 3.8
Parkway Academy Sevierville 5.1 mi
Sevierville Primary Sevierville 4.9 mi 5.2
Wearwood Elementary Sevierville 5.7 mi 6.0
Sevier County High School Sevierville 6.0 mi 4.8
ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Sevierville 7.2 mi 7.1
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF THE SMOKIES Sevierville 6.7 mi 6.2
Catlettsburg Elementary School Sevierville 7.8 mi 8.5
Pi Beta Phi Elementary Gatlinburg 7.5 mi 5.8
Catons Chapel Elementary Sevierville 7.9 mi 9.3
Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville 9.5 mi 7.4
Boyds Creek Elementary School Sevierville 10.2 mi 7.9
Northview Senior Academy Kodak 10.8 mi 6.7
Northview Junior Academy Kodak 10.9 mi 6.9
Gatlinburg Pittman High Gatlinburg 9.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37863 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,587

Median Home Value

$253,400

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

6,469

College Educated

12.4%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

22.3%

Median Age

36.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Northview Intermediate School Kodak, TN 6.8
Bledsoe County Middle School Pikeville, TN 6.7
Cherokee Middle School Kingston, TN 6.7
Church Hill Middle School Church Hill, TN 6.7
Isaac Litton Middle Nashville, TN 6.7
Isaiah T. Creswell Middle School of the Arts Nashville, TN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pigeon Forge Intermediate

What grades does Pigeon Forge Intermediate serve?

Pigeon Forge Intermediate serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Pigeon Forge Intermediate?

Pigeon Forge Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pigeon Forge Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Pigeon Forge Intermediate is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pigeon Forge Intermediate rank in TN?

Pigeon Forge Intermediate ranks #781 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Pigeon Forge Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Pigeon Forge Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Pigeon Forge Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pigeon Forge Intermediate has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Pigeon Forge Intermediate a charter school?

No, Pigeon Forge Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pigeon Forge Intermediate a Title I school?

No, Pigeon Forge Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Sevier County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

District

Sevier County
District Enrollment
14,435
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,911
District Rank
#14 of 27

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