Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Whittle Springs 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 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittle Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Whittle Springs Middle School's student population of 466 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
To provide excellent and accessible learning opportunities that empower all students to realize their full potential.
School Rankings
Whittle Springs 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 Whittle Springs Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1520 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Hispanic
43%
16%
Black
20%
20%
White
28%
57%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Whittle Springs Middle School's ranking?
Whittle Springs Middle School is ranked #1520 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Whittle Springs Middle School often compared to?
Whittle Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holston Middle School, Vine Middle/magnet, Northwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Whittle Springs Middle School?
466 students attend Whittle Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Whittle Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Whittle Springs Middle School offer ?
Whittle Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittle Springs Middle School part of?
Whittle Springs Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
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