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Alcoa Middle School

Public | 5-8 | 515 students

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4 stars

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Posted April 12, 2012

Bullying at it worst! Administration bullying students and parents, especially the AYP secretary and the vice prinicipal. I moved to this area for the Alcoa schools, and I trusted the safety rating on sites like this one. I'm pulling my children out of this war zone and putting them in a safe, privat school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 20, 2012

What a phenomenal school and school system. Parents that make comments about teachers caring obviously are ignorant about today's educational practices. Teachers are under more stress than ever with the mounting evaluation and rigor of standards. Teachers wouldn't put up with the increased workload, strenuous evaluations, and students who are raised to disrespect teachers if they didn't care. I find it laughable that parents use sites or newspapers to disrespect these people who spend all their time and resources for the betterment of their students. You should be ashamed.


Posted February 26, 2012

We are so dissappointed for the last 2 yrs that AMS has gone down hill as far as the quality in the education. Our 7th grader is suffering. The teachers are not caring enough if the students are getting the material & this being such a hard grade this yr due to the TN state highering their standards. They are teaching 9th grade material in the 7th grade & our child is struggling. The teachers JUST DON'T CARE ANY MORE:(
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 21, 2012

Socially, my child has been bullied severely by students, and the school does NOT have an effective anti-bullying program. We have reported bullying multiple times, and were advised to put my child in a self-defense course. I cannot show my name on this review for fear of repercussions on my child from the staff. Alcoa Middle School rates very highly academically, and my child has benefited from their high educational standards.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 5, 2009

Wonderful school--my daughter has been very lucky to go here and have the incredible teachers that work there. I feel like I am part of the school community. For it being a 'small' school, they have many opportunities for the students. My only complaint, and I think this is nationwide, is bullying. The staff do take care of bullies but it still goes on.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 15, 2009

I LOVE going to Alcoa they will help you if you need help,have at least 3 people helping in the class rooms.I think they care more about the students then sports like if you are faling a class they will just take you out of it like that,untill they get there grades up.
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 24, 2008

I LOVE going here. It's such a diverse school and we always have tons of fun learning. We learn a lot and all the teachers are just great. I love this school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 22, 2003

Diverse and innovative. The needs of the individual student are the number one priority. The small size of approx 480 students in grades 5-8, makes for a homey atmosphere where individuality and teamword count. The principal, Jim Kirk, was named 2002 TN principal of the year. He leads a faculty that is dedicated to results. 100% of the teachers have at least a Masters Degree and almost two/thirds have a specialists degree in education (ED.s).
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 54% in 2012.

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
36%

2010

 
 
13%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 57% in 2012.

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
39%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
50%

2010

 
 
43%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 43% in 2012.

131 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
25%

2010

 
 
25%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

131 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
56%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

131 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
54%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2012.

134 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
53%

2011

 
 
45%

2010

 
 
48%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 46% in 2012.

133 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
68%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

134 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
70%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%

2011

 
 
35%

2010

 
 
34%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 47% in 2012.

135 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
63%
Science

The state average for Science was 63% in 2012.

134 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students66%
African American51%
Hispanicn/a
White75%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Students with disabilities42%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students62%
African American47%
Hispanicn/a
White70%
Economically disadvantaged45%
Students with disabilities17%

Science

All Students58%
African American34%
Hispanicn/a
White70%
Economically disadvantaged43%
Students with disabilities8%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students41%
African American10%
Hispanicn/a
White51%
Economically disadvantaged31%
Students with disabilities46%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students63%
African American31%
Hispanicn/a
White73%
Economically disadvantaged48%
Students with disabilities36%

Science

All Students74%
African American38%
Hispanicn/a
White84%
Economically disadvantaged56%
Students with disabilities36%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students53%
African American35%
Hispanicn/a
White61%
Economically disadvantaged48%
Students with disabilities43%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students65%
African American53%
Hispanicn/a
White69%
Economically disadvantaged64%
Students with disabilities60%

Science

All Students67%
African American41%
Hispanicn/a
White77%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Students with disabilities57%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students40%
African American24%
Hispanicn/a
White46%
Economically disadvantaged21%
Students with disabilities19%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students56%
African American32%
Hispanicn/a
White63%
Economically disadvantaged41%
Students with disabilities31%

Science

All Students77%
African American68%
Hispanicn/a
White81%
Economically disadvantaged69%
Students with disabilities44%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

English 2

The state average for English 2 was 50% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 100% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 96% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
n/a
English I

The state average for English I was 99% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Algebra I

All Studentsn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Algebra I

All Studentsn/a
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a

English I

All Studentsn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 77% 68%
Black 17% 25%
Hispanic 5% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 2%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 45%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1325 Springbrook Rd
Alcoa, TN 37701
Phone: (865) 982-5211

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