Serving 960 students in grades 6-8, Arlington Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Middle School's student population of 960 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
960 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Think. Create. Achieve.
School Rankings
Arlington Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Middle School is 0.48, 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
#154 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
14%
20%
White
70%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Middle School's ranking?
Arlington Middle School is ranked #154 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Arlington Middle School often compared to?
Arlington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collierville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Arlington Middle School?
960 students attend Arlington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Arlington Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Arlington Middle School offer ?
Arlington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington Middle School part of?
Arlington Middle School is part of Arlington School District.
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