Serving 200 students in grades 6-8, Fayetteville Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fayetteville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Fayetteville Middle School's student population of 200 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
15 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Fayetteville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fayetteville Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1002 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
31%
20%
White
48%
57%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayetteville Middle School's ranking?
Fayetteville Middle School is ranked #1002 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Fayetteville Middle School?
200 students attend Fayetteville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Fayetteville Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Fayetteville Middle School offer ?
Fayetteville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fayetteville Middle School part of?
Fayetteville Middle School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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