Serving 423 students in grades 6-8, William Henry Oliver Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Henry Oliver Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
William Henry Oliver Middle School's student population of 423 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Henry Oliver Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Henry Oliver Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1249 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
24%
16%
Black
26%
20%
White
38%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Henry Oliver Middle School's ranking?
William Henry Oliver Middle School is ranked #1249 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are William Henry Oliver Middle School often compared to?
William Henry Oliver Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Trotwood Moore Middle School, Isaac Litton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend William Henry Oliver Middle School?
423 students attend William Henry Oliver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of William Henry Oliver Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does William Henry Oliver Middle School offer ?
William Henry Oliver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Henry Oliver Middle School part of?
William Henry Oliver Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
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