Serving 750 students in grades 5-8, Battle Creek 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 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 750 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battle Creek Middle School's student population of 750 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
44 teachers
School Rankings
Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek Middle School is 0.44, 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
#797 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
7%
20%
White
73%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
20%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Creek Middle School's ranking?
Battle Creek Middle School is ranked #797 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Battle Creek Middle School?
750 students attend Battle Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Battle Creek Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Battle Creek Middle School offer ?
Battle Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Creek Middle School part of?
Battle Creek Middle School is part of Maury County School District.
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