Serving 377 students in grades 6-8, Dupont Tyler Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dupont Tyler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dupont Tyler Middle School's student population of 377 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dupont Tyler 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 Dupont Tyler Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1611 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
31%
16%
Black
40%
20%
White
19%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Dupont Tyler Middle School's ranking?
Dupont Tyler Middle School is ranked #1611 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dupont Tyler Middle School often compared to?
Dupont Tyler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dupont Hadley Middle School, Donelson Middle School, Strive Collegiate Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dupont Tyler Middle School?
377 students attend Dupont Tyler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Dupont Tyler Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Dupont Tyler Middle School offer ?
Dupont Tyler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dupont Tyler Middle School part of?
Dupont Tyler Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
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