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Below Average

#1440 of 1,786 schools in TN

Sycamore Middle School

Middle School · Cheatham County

1025 Old Clarksville PIKE, Pleasant View, TN 37146

Enrollment

646

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,440 of 1,786

In Pleasant View

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#11 of 13

Cheatham County

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Sycamore Middle School

4.9/10

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

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5.3/10

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About Sycamore Middle School

Sycamore Middle School is a public middle school in Pleasant View, TN, part of Cheatham County. Sycamore Middle School serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,440 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sycamore Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Sycamore 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 Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency52.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+12.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,231
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Sycamore Middle School — Students at Sycamore Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.9% (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
43%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
34.8%
ELA
30.1%
2025
Math
52.1%
ELA
32.7%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Sycamore Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
19th percentile in TN
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

1025 Old Clarksville PIKE, Pleasant View, TN 37146

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sycamore Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cheatham Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Ashland City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Coopertown Middle School (rated 3.0/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Springfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pleasant View, see our Pleasant View schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Sycamore High School Pleasant View 0.1 mi 5.3
PLEASANT VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pleasant View 1.4 mi 6.0
Pleasant View Elementary Pleasant View 2.2 mi 7.3
Cheatham Middle School Ashland City 4.5 mi 5.8
Cheatham Co Central Ashland City 5.0 mi 5.6
Riverside Academy Ashland City 6.7 mi
Cheatham County Virtual School Ashland City 6.7 mi 2.2
East Cheatham Elementary Ashland City 5.7 mi 7.4
Ashland City Elementary Ashland City 6.8 mi 7.0
Coopertown Elementary Springfield 6.5 mi 6.2
Coopertown Middle School Springfield 6.8 mi 3.0
West Cheatham Elementary Chapmansboro 6.8 mi 8.2
OAK PLAINS ACADEMY Ashland City 8.3 mi 6.1
Carmel Elementary Clarksville 10.0 mi 6.8
Joelton Elementary Joelton 10.7 mi 6.0
Crestview Elementary School Springfield 11.7 mi 6.4
Jo Byrns Elementary School Cedar Hill 13.5 mi 8.2
Westside Elementary Springfield 12.4 mi 8.7
Jo Byrns High School Cedar Hill 13.8 mi 6.0
Robertson Co. Virtual School Springfield 12.4 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,988

Median Home Value

$342,800

Median Rent

$1,497/mo

Population

7,735

College Educated

32.1%

Homeownership

88.6%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sycamore Middle School

What grades does Sycamore Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Sycamore Middle School?

Sycamore Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.

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

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

Sycamore Middle School ranks #1,440 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sycamore Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sycamore Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Sycamore Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sycamore Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sycamore Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Sycamore Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Cheatham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

Cheatham County
District Enrollment
5,629
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,231
District Rank
#11 of 13

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