Serving 406 students in grades 6-8, Meigs 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 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meigs Middle School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Today's Child... Tomorrow's Hope
School Rankings
Meigs 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 Meigs Middle School is 0.15, which is less 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
#882 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
92%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meigs Middle School's ranking?
Meigs Middle School is ranked #882 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Meigs Middle School?
406 students attend Meigs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Meigs Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Meigs Middle School offer ?
Meigs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meigs Middle School part of?
Meigs Middle School is part of Meigs County School District.
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