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#727 of 1,786 schools in TN

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Westwood Middle School

Middle School · Manchester

505 Taylor ST, Manchester, TN 37355

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#727 of 1,786

In Manchester

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Manchester

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Westwood Middle School

6.9/10

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

Westwood Elementary

7.9/10

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7.4/10

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About Westwood Middle School

Westwood Middle School is a public middle school in Manchester, TN, part of Manchester. Westwood Middle School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Westwood Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above TN schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,685
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Westwood Middle School — Students at Westwood Middle School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.4% (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
27%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
27.2%
ELA
30.4%
2025
Math
35.8%
ELA
33.2%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Westwood Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
59th percentile in TN
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

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

505 Taylor ST, Manchester, TN 37355

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Coffee County Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 4.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, East Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Tullahoma), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Westwood Elementary Manchester 0.1 mi 7.9
College Street Elementary Manchester 1.0 mi 7.4
TEMPLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester 1.5 mi 6.3
Coffee County Raider Academy Manchester 1.6 mi 4.7
Coffee County Central High School Manchester 1.8 mi 5.4
Coffee County Virtual Academy Manchester 2.5 mi 5.2
Coffee County Middle School Manchester 4.1 mi 6.3
New Union Elementary Manchester 4.4 mi 7.1
Hickerson Elementary Tullahoma 5.4 mi 8.1
North Coffee Elementary Manchester 6.2 mi 8.6
East Coffee Elementary Manchester 7.0 mi 8.2
Hillsboro Elementary Hillsboro 8.2 mi 7.6
East Middle School Tullahoma 9.0 mi 6.3
Deerfield Elementary School Manchester 10.2 mi 6.9
East Lincoln Elementary Tullahoma 9.4 mi 6.8
Robert E Lee Elementary Tullahoma 9.2 mi 6.8
Tullahoma Virtual Academy Tullahoma 10.2 mi 5.3
Tullahoma High School Tullahoma 9.9 mi 4.5
Jack T Farrar Elementary Tullahoma 10.7 mi 6.9
Bel Aire Elementary Tullahoma 10.8 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,943

Median Home Value

$238,000

Median Rent

$908/mo

Population

29,810

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westwood Middle School

What grades does Westwood Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Westwood Middle School?

Westwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Middle School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westwood Middle School rank in TN?

Westwood Middle School ranks #727 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Westwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Westwood Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westwood Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Westwood Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Coffee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

Manchester
District Enrollment
1,574
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,685
District Rank
#3 of 3

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