For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,298 students in Hamblen County, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Hamblen County, TN are East Ridge Middle School, West View Middle School and Lincoln Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamblen County, TN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Hamblen County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Hamblen County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Ridge Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6595 St. Clair Rd
Whitesburg, TN 37891
(423) 581-3041
Whitesburg, TN 37891
(423) 581-3041
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
West View Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Indian Path
Morristown, TN 37813
(423) 581-2407
Morristown, TN 37813
(423) 581-2407
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Heights Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
219 Lincoln Ave
Morristown, TN 37813
(423) 581-3200
Morristown, TN 37813
(423) 581-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 602 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Meadowview Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1623 Meadowview Ln
Morristown, TN 37814
(423) 581-6360
Morristown, TN 37814
(423) 581-6360
Gr: 6-8 | 611 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Hamblen County Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
376 Snyder Rd
Morristown, TN 37813
(423) 585-3785
Morristown, TN 37813
(423) 585-3785
Gr: K-12 | 43 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Hamblen County, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Hamblen County, TN include East Ridge Middle School, West View Middle School and Lincoln Heights Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Hamblen County?
5 public middle schools are located in Hamblen County.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamblen County?
Hamblen County public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
Which public middle schools in Hamblen County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Hamblen County include: Lincoln Heights Middle School vs. East Ridge Middle School, Meadowview Middle School vs. West View Middle School, Meadowview Middle School vs. East Ridge Middle School
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.