Serving 300 students in grades 6-8, South Greene Middle School ranks in the top 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 43% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 300 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Greene Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Greene Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
25 teachers
School Rankings
South Greene 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 South Greene Middle School is 0.17, 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
#693 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
91%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 South Greene Middle School's ranking?
South Greene Middle School is ranked #693 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 South Greene Middle School?
300 students attend South Greene Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of South Greene Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does South Greene Middle School offer ?
South Greene Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Greene Middle School part of?
South Greene Middle School is part of Greene County School District.
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