Serving 1,048 students in grades 6-8, Christiana Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,048 students
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christiana Middle School's student population of 1,048 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,048 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
64 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
We are Christiana Cougars. We are Respectful, Responsible, and Compassionate.
School Rankings
Christiana 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 Christiana Middle School is 0.64, 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
#550 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
18%
20%
White
55%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christiana Middle School's ranking?
Christiana Middle School is ranked #550 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Christiana Middle School often compared to?
Christiana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitworth-buchanan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Christiana Middle School?
1,048 students attend Christiana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Christiana Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Christiana Middle School offer ?
Christiana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christiana Middle School part of?
Christiana Middle School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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