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Stewart County Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 513 students

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4 stars

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2011:
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2010:
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Posted May 11, 2013

Stewart Co. Middle School has been an outstanding experience for my 7th grade son. As a military family entering a new middle school we couldn't be more pleased. The 7th grade Advanced English instructor is outstanding!! This is also the first year he's been involved in 4-H and the public speaking essay was a great experience. SCMS is a great school!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 19, 2011

I had a child complete sixth grade. It was one of her best years in school. The atmosphere is wonderful! The administration and majority of the faculty are friendly and easy to work with. This school focuses on academics and rewards students for their accomplishments. I couldn't imagine a better school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 21, 2011

This school does not seem very parent friendly, seem's Mr Nolins attitude has changed over the past few years. Teachers act like they are scared of him can't imagine how the students feel. It seem's like they do not want parents to participate in student activities. If your child isn't involved in sports they don't count.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 25, 2010

it is great my son goes there and he loves it he has a hole buch of friends he really loves going there he likes all of his teachers
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 2, 2010

I go here and I think this school is amazing.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 30, 2009

I attended this school and did not feel very accepted among the students nor teachers. I worked hard academiclly which they had pretty good academics but they had nearly no arts (accept for band). Athletics was the main focus.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 22, 2007

Mr Nolen has made this school a excelent body the teachers are great and it is a wonderful school
—Submitted by Joe Campbell, a student


Posted October 15, 2007

The administation seems much better this year. Mr. Nolen has improved the well being of the entire school. He is very friendly to the parents and students alike. This is much different than last year. I hope they keep up the current discipline and concern for the student body.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 27, 2007

SCSS is in need of better funding to provide music and art for our students. Many are very eager to learn and are in great need of these and more activities to enrich their minds and help break the cycle of stagnation. This school is brand new to the county; my son was in the first graduating class. I am very pleased with what we accomplished to overcome some of my son's disciplinary problems by getting to work with a wonderful staff that really cares about their student body.
—Submitted by Mary, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

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 43% in 2012.

160 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
52%
Reading/Language Arts

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

159 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
55%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

160 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
71%
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.

163 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
62%
Reading/Language Arts

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

163 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
55%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

163 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
79%
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.

181 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
46%
Reading/Language Arts

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

181 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
49%
Science

The state average for Science was 63% in 2012.

181 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
78%
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 Students60%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White60%
Economically disadvantaged55%
Students with disabilities25%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students59%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White59%
Economically disadvantaged52%
Students with disabilities29%

Science

All Students84%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Students with disabilities50%
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 Students60%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White59%
Economically disadvantaged42%
Students with disabilities29%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students62%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White63%
Economically disadvantaged46%
Students with disabilities24%

Science

All Students88%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Students with disabilities41%
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 Students81%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White81%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Students with disabilities30%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students61%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White61%
Economically disadvantaged49%
Students with disabilities10%

Science

All Students90%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilities50%
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 96% 68%
Hispanic 2% 5%
Black 1% 25%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 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 60%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 21N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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723 Spring St
Dover, TN 37058
Phone: (931) 232-9112

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