Serving 841 students in grades 6-8, Rocky Fork Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Fork Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Fork Middle School's student population of 841 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Rocky Fork Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Fork Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#596 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
16%
21%
White
39%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Fork Middle School's ranking?
Rocky Fork Middle School is ranked #596 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rocky Fork Middle School often compared to?
Rocky Fork Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman Middle School, Stewarts Creek Middle School, Rockvale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rocky Fork Middle School?
841 students attend Rocky Fork Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Rocky Fork Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Fork Middle School?
Rocky Fork Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Fork Middle School offer ?
Rocky Fork Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Fork Middle School part of?
Rocky Fork Middle School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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