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Algood Middle School (Ranked Top 30% for 2026) - Cookeville, TN

Algood Middle School

540 Dry Valley Rd
Cookeville, TN 38506
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 718 students in grades 5-8, Algood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 718 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 30% in TN
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Algood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Algood Middle School's student population of 718 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
718 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

School Rankings

Algood 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 Algood Middle School is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (TN)
#414 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
52%
34%
37%
37%
38%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
81%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Algood Middle School's ranking?
Algood Middle School is ranked #414 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Algood Middle School often compared to?
Algood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prescott South Middle School, Avery Trace Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Algood Middle School?
718 students attend Algood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Algood Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Algood Middle School offer ?
Algood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Algood Middle School part of?
Algood Middle School is part of Putnam County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 718 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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