Serving 164 students in grades 6-8, Oliver Springs Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oliver Springs Middle School's student population of 164 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Oliver Springs Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oliver Springs Middle School is 0.15, which is less 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
#382 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Springs Middle School's ranking?
Oliver Springs Middle School is ranked #382 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Oliver Springs Middle School often compared to?
Oliver Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Norwood Middle School, Oliver Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Oliver Springs Middle School?
164 students attend Oliver Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Oliver Springs Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver Springs Middle School?
Oliver Springs Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oliver Springs Middle School offer ?
Oliver Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oliver Springs Middle School part of?
Oliver Springs Middle School is part of Roane County School District.
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