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#255 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 14% in state

W O Inman Middle School

Middle School · Paris

400 Harrison ST, Paris, TN 38242

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#255 of 1,786

In Paris

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Paris

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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W O Inman Middle School

8.2/10

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

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About W O Inman Middle School

W O Inman Middle School is a public middle school in Paris, TN, part of Paris. W O Inman Middle School serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. W O Inman Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for W O Inman Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above TN schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+25.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,811
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

W O Inman Middle School — Students at W O Inman Middle School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (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
31%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
43.5%
ELA
36.8%
2025
Math
54.6%
ELA
36%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How W O Inman Middle School Compares

See how W O Inman Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in TN
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

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

400 Harrison ST, Paris, TN 38242

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W O Inman Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School (rated 9.0/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Puryear), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Central Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Bruceton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gleason School (rated 7.7/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Gleason), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Paris, see our Paris schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.5 mi
School Distance Rating
E. W. Grove School Paris 0.3 mi 4.2
Paris Elementary Paris 1.7 mi 7.6
Henry Co High School Paris 2.3 mi 7.3
W G Rhea Elementary Paris 2.4 mi 6.6
LAKESIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Paris 3.6 mi
WESTON CLASSICAL SCHOOL Paris 4.0 mi
Henry Elementary Henry 7.3 mi 6.4
Henry County Virtual Academy Paris 7.3 mi 7.6
BETHEL FELLOWSHIP MENNONITE SCHOOL Paris 7.4 mi
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School Puryear 9.7 mi 9.0
Lakewood Elementary Buchanan 8.3 mi 6.6
McKenzie High School Mckenzie 13.7 mi 7.2
McKenzie Elementary Mckenzie 14.7 mi 7.1
McKenzie Middle School Mckenzie 14.8 mi 6.1
Big Sandy School Big Sandy 14.5 mi 7.2
Central Elementary Bruceton 18.2 mi 8.2
Central High School Bruceton 18.2 mi 6.8
Huntingdon High School Huntingdon 19.9 mi 6.1
Carroll Co Tech Center Huntingdon 19.9 mi
Gleason School Gleason 16.5 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,833

Median Home Value

$157,400

Median Rent

$759/mo

Population

19,619

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

44.5

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School Rating
Freedom Middle School Franklin, TN 8.2
Dresden Middle School Dresden, TN 8.1
West Greene Middle Schools Mosheim, TN 8.1
Burns Middle School Burns, TN 8.3
Dyersburg Middle School Dyersburg, TN 8.3
Lewis County Middle School Hohenwald, TN 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W O Inman Middle School

What grades does W O Inman Middle School serve?

W O Inman Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend W O Inman Middle School?

W O Inman Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W O Inman Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at W O Inman Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W O Inman Middle School rank in TN?

W O Inman Middle School ranks #255 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is W O Inman Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

W O Inman Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 W O Inman Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W O Inman Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is W O Inman Middle School a charter school?

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

Is W O Inman Middle School a Title I school?

No, W O Inman Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Henry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

Paris
District Enrollment
1,566
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,811
District Rank
#1 of 3

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