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#825 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 46% in state

Siegel Middle School

Middle School · Rutherford County

355 West Thompson LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Enrollment

1,191

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#825 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#15 of 32

public schools

In district

#20 of 50

Rutherford County

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Siegel Middle School

6.7/10

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

Siegel High School

6.3/10

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Erma Siegel Elementary

7.6/10

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About Siegel Middle School

Siegel Middle School is a public middle school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Rutherford County. Siegel Middle School serves approximately 1,191 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Siegel Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #825 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Siegel Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Siegel Middle School — Students at Siegel Middle School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 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
45%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
47.5%
ELA
45.9%
2025
Math
59.4%
ELA
49%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Siegel Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
54th percentile in TN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

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

355 West Thompson LN, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Siegel Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. McFadden School Of Excellence (rated 8.7/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Magnet School (rated 8.0/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Erma Siegel Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Siegel High School Murfreesboro 0.4 mi 6.3
Erma Siegel Elementary Murfreesboro 0.4 mi 7.6
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 2.2 mi 7.0
Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 7.0
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.8 mi
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 4.9
Walter Hill Elementary Murfreesboro 3.1 mi 6.2
John Pittard Elementary Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 5.8
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 3.3 mi 6.4
Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 6.5
Oakland High School Murfreesboro 3.1 mi 6.8
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro 3.5 mi 6.9
CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro 3.7 mi 6.3
Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro 4.3 mi 6.6
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro 4.5 mi 7.6
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 4.6 mi 8.0
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro 4.7 mi 8.7
Wilson Elementary School Murfreesboro 4.9 mi 7.5
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 5.0 mi 6.5
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 5.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,772

Median Home Value

$371,100

Median Rent

$1,597/mo

Population

60,615

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

38.5

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Mt. Juliet Middle School Mt. Juliet, TN 6.8
White Co Middle School Sparta, TN 6.6
Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro, TN 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Siegel Middle School

What grades does Siegel Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Siegel Middle School?

Siegel Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,191 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Siegel Middle School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Siegel Middle School rank in TN?

Siegel Middle School ranks #825 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Siegel Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Siegel Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Siegel Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Siegel Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Siegel Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Siegel Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,191
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

District

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

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