For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 4,748 students in Smyrna, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Smyrna, TN are Thurman Francis Arts Academy/magnet School For The Arts, Stewarts Creek Middle School and Rocky Fork Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smyrna, TN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Smyrna have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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 Smyrna, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thurman Francis Arts Academy/magnet School For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
221 Todd Ln
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-6715
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-6715
Gr: K-8 | 732 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Stewarts Creek Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Red Hawk Pkwy
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-6700
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-6700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,045 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Rocky Fork Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Thunderstorm Ln
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-6780
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-6780
Gr: 6-8 | 873 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Rock Springs Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3301 Rock Springs Rd
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-3825
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-3825
Gr: 6-8 | 1,152 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Smyrna Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
712 Hazelwood Dr
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-3845
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-3845
Gr: 6-8 | 899 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Smyrna West Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12619 Old Nashville Hwy
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-3856
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 904-3856
Gr: 6-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Smyrna, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Smyrna, TN include Thurman Francis Arts Academy/magnet School For The Arts, Stewarts Creek Middle School and Rocky Fork Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Smyrna?
6 public middle schools are located in Smyrna.
What is the racial composition of students in Smyrna?
Smyrna public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% 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 Smyrna are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Smyrna include: Rocky Fork Middle School vs. Stewarts Creek Middle School
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