Serving 445 students in grades 6-8, Northview 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 42% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 445 students
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northview Middle School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
School Rankings
Northview 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 Northview Middle School is 0.38, 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
#547 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
8%
20%
White
78%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northview Middle School's ranking?
Northview Middle School is ranked #547 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Northview Middle School?
445 students attend Northview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Northview Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Northview Middle School offer ?
Northview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northview Middle School part of?
Northview Middle School is part of Dyer County School District.
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