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#1166 of 1,786 schools in TN
Pigeon Forge Junior High School
Middle School · Sevier County
300 Wears Valley RD, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,166 of 1,786
In Pigeon Forge
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#20 of 27
Sevier County
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Pigeon Forge Junior High School
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About Pigeon Forge Junior High School
Pigeon Forge Junior High School is a public middle school in Pigeon Forge, TN, part of Sevier County. Pigeon Forge Junior High School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pigeon Forge Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,166 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Pigeon Forge Junior High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pigeon Forge Junior High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Pigeon Forge Junior High School — Students at Pigeon Forge Junior High School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 6.0/10.
How Pigeon Forge Junior High School Compares
See how Pigeon Forge Junior High 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
300 Wears Valley RD, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pigeon Forge Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gatlinburg Pittman Junior High (rated 8.6/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Gatlinburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northview Junior Academy (rated 6.9/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Kodak), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pigeon Forge Intermediate (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pigeon Forge, see our Pigeon Forge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pigeon Forge High School Pigeon Forge | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Pigeon Forge Intermediate Pigeon Forge | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Pigeon Forge Primary Sevierville | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ALPHA EDUCATIONAL LEARNING CENTER Sevierville | 4.2 mi | — |
| Sevierville Intermediate Sevierville | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| T Lawson Early Childhood Education Center Sevierville | 4.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Sevierville Primary Sevierville | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Parkway Academy Sevierville | 4.5 mi | — |
| Sevier County High School Sevierville | 5.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Wearwood Elementary Sevierville | 6.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF THE SMOKIES Sevierville | 6.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Catlettsburg Elementary School Sevierville | 7.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Pi Beta Phi Elementary Gatlinburg | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Sevierville | 7.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Catons Chapel Elementary Sevierville | 7.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville | 9.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Northview Senior Academy Kodak | 10.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Northview Junior Academy Kodak | 10.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Gatlinburg Pittman High Gatlinburg | 9.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Gatlinburg Pittman Junior High Gatlinburg | 9.0 mi | 8.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Cheatham Middle School Ashland City, TN | 5.8 |
| Church Hill Intermediate School Church Hill, TN | 5.8 |
| Mt. Pleasant Middle Visual Perform. Arts Mt. Pleasant, TN | 5.8 |
| Ripley Middle School Ripley, TN | 5.8 |
| Raleigh Egypt Middle School Memphis, TN | 5.7 |
| Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin, TN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pigeon Forge Junior High School
What grades does Pigeon Forge Junior High School serve?
Pigeon Forge Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Pigeon Forge Junior High School?
Pigeon Forge Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pigeon Forge Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pigeon Forge Junior High School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pigeon Forge Junior High School rank in TN?
Pigeon Forge Junior High School ranks #1,166 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Pigeon Forge Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pigeon Forge Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pigeon Forge Junior High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pigeon Forge Junior High School a charter school?
No, Pigeon Forge Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pigeon Forge Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Pigeon Forge Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sevier County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (865) 453-2401
Resources & Links
District
Sevier County- District Enrollment
- 14,435
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,911
- District Rank
- #20 of 27
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