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#882 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 49% in state

Surgoinsville Middle School

Middle School · Hawkins County

P O Box 9 ST, Surgoinsville, TN 37873

Enrollment

259

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#882 of 1,786

In Surgoinsville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 17

Hawkins County

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Surgoinsville Middle School

6.5/10

Middle School in Surgoinsville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Surgoinsville Elementary

6.8/10

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5.6/10

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About Surgoinsville Middle School

Surgoinsville Middle School is a public middle school in Surgoinsville, TN, part of Hawkins County. Surgoinsville Middle School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Surgoinsville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #882 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Surgoinsville Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Surgoinsville Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,084
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Surgoinsville Middle School — Students at Surgoinsville Middle School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
28%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
32.6%
2025
Math
33.7%
ELA
37.5%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Surgoinsville Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

P O Box 9 ST, Surgoinsville, TN 37873

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Surgoinsville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Greene Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Greeneville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Church Hill Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Church Hill), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rogersville Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Rogersville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Surgoinsville, see our Surgoinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Surgoinsville Elementary Surgoinsville 0.2 mi 6.8
Volunteer High School Church Hill 6.2 mi 5.6
Joseph Rogers Primary School Rogersville 6.5 mi 5.6
Baileyton Elementary Greeneville 9.1 mi 6.0
Hawkins Elementary Rogersville 7.8 mi 6.1
Rogersville Middle School Rogersville 7.9 mi 6.2
Hawkins County Virtual Academy Rogersville 8.0 mi 2.8
Rogersville Elementary Rogersville 8.8 mi 5.6
Church Hill Middle School Church Hill 9.7 mi 6.7
North Greene High School Greeneville 11.3 mi 6.2
Church Hill Intermediate School Church Hill 9.8 mi 5.8
Church Hill Elementary Church Hill 10.3 mi 5.6
Carter's Valley Elementary Church Hill 10.8 mi 7.0
Cherokee High School Rogersville 11.5 mi 5.1
North Greene Middle School Greeneville 13.5 mi 8.4
Mt Carmel Elementary Mt. Carmel 12.9 mi 8.1
Clinch School Sneedville 13.8 mi 6.1
George Washington Elementary School Kingsport 14.5 mi 6.8
Fall Branch Elementary Fall Branch 14.2 mi 4.4
Duffield-Pattonsville Primary Duffield 17.4 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37873 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,385

Median Home Value

$140,100

Median Rent

$736/mo

Population

4,446

College Educated

11.4%

Homeownership

79.9%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

24.9%

Median Age

45.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Surgoinsville Middle School

What grades does Surgoinsville Middle School serve?

Surgoinsville Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Surgoinsville Middle School?

Surgoinsville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Surgoinsville Middle 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 Surgoinsville Middle School rank in TN?

Surgoinsville Middle School ranks #882 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Surgoinsville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Surgoinsville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Surgoinsville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Surgoinsville Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Surgoinsville Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Surgoinsville Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hawkins County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

Hawkins County
District Enrollment
6,223
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,084
District Rank
#7 of 17

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