Serving 334 students in grades 6-12, South Fulton Middle / High School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fulton Middle / High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
South Fulton Middle / High School's student population of 334 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Fulton Middle / High 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 South Fulton Middle / High School is 0.33, 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
#409 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
10%
20%
White
81%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 South Fulton Middle / High School's ranking?
South Fulton Middle / High School is ranked #409 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Fulton Middle / High School often compared to?
South Fulton Middle / High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barret's Chapel Elementary Middle School, South Fulton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Fulton Middle / High School?
The graduation rate of South Fulton Middle / High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Fulton Middle / High School?
334 students attend South Fulton Middle / High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of South Fulton Middle / High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does South Fulton Middle / High School offer ?
South Fulton Middle / High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fulton Middle / High School part of?
South Fulton Middle / High School is part of Obion County School District.
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