Below Average
#1526 of 1,786 schools in TN
Soldiers Memorial Middle School
Middle School · Claiborne County
1510 Legion ST, Tazewell, TN 37879
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,526 of 1,786
In Tazewell
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
Claiborne County
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Soldiers Memorial Middle School
Middle School in Tazewell · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Soldiers Memorial Middle School
Soldiers Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Tazewell, TN, part of Claiborne County. Soldiers Memorial Middle School serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Soldiers Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,526 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Soldiers Memorial Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Soldiers Memorial 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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Soldiers Memorial Middle School — Students at Soldiers Memorial Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 5.7/10.
How Soldiers Memorial Middle School Compares
See how Soldiers Memorial 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
1510 Legion ST, Tazewell, TN 37879
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Soldiers Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Elydale Middle (rated 9.0/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Ewing), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rutledge Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Rutledge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, H. Y. Livesay Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Harrogate), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tazewell, see our Tazewell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Claiborne Virtual Learning Academy Tazewell | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Tazewell-New Tazewell Elementary New Tazewell | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| The Alpha School New Tazewell | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Claiborne High School New Tazewell | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Tazewell | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Springdale Elementary Tazewell | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Midway Elementary New Tazewell | 5.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Forge Ridge School Harrogate | 8.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Cumberland Gap High School Cumberland Gap | 7.8 mi | 5.7 |
| H. Y. Livesay Middle School Harrogate | 8.5 mi | 6.2 |
| TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap | 8.3 mi | — |
| J FRANK WHITE ACADEMY Harrogate | 9.9 mi | 5.0 |
| NEW BEGINNING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap | 9.1 mi | — |
| Ellen Myers Primary Harrogate | 10.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Washburn School Washburn | 11.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Grainger Co Adult High Rutledge | 12.4 mi | — |
| Rutledge Elementary School Rutledge | 12.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Elydale Middle Ewing | 12.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Rutledge Middle School Rutledge | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Grainger Academy Rutledge | 12.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,848
Median Home Value
$136,200
Median Rent
$749/mo
Population
11,833
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Soldiers Memorial Middle School
What grades does Soldiers Memorial Middle School serve?
Soldiers Memorial Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Soldiers Memorial Middle School?
Soldiers Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Soldiers Memorial Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Soldiers Memorial Middle School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Soldiers Memorial Middle School rank in TN?
Soldiers Memorial Middle School ranks #1,526 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Soldiers Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Soldiers Memorial 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 Soldiers Memorial Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Soldiers Memorial Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Soldiers Memorial Middle School a charter school?
No, Soldiers Memorial Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Soldiers Memorial Middle School a Title I school?
No, Soldiers Memorial Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Claiborne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.5%
- Phone
- (423) 626-3531
Resources & Links
District
Claiborne County- District Enrollment
- 4,061
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,671
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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