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Rucker Stewart Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 698 students

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4 stars

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Posted February 8, 2011

this school is awesome im in the seventh grade and they have an awesome band teacher devri depriest she is really awesome we are going to all county and were probably are going to get a 1 which is the best score luv this school


Posted August 3, 2009

The only concern I have is the difference the girls and boys are dressed. I would prefer the girls to tuck their shirts in with a belt just as well as the boys. I have a boy in the 8th grade and a girl in the 7th. So I do see the difference on behavior in the girls and rebellious of the boys. My opinion is that you get everyone on the same page and everyone will be happy.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 4, 2008

My son and daughter have done wonderful at Rucker. The teachers are very helpful!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 15, 2008

i went to rucker stewart middle school not 5 months ago in 8th grade and it is the best school with a grea cirriculum. especially the science teacher in the 8th grade maroon mini school, Shelby Dalton. -Jessaca Lyons
—Submitted by a student


Posted December 25, 2007

i enjoy going there and all the teachers are great and they can all get along with everyone
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 18, 2007

This is a wonderful school. It is often difficult coming in as a new teacher, but the Principal and staff were so supportive and helpful. School got off to a wonderful start and the student's are ambitious and well mannered. It is now the middle of the year and I still enjoy going to work everyday and seeing my students ready to learn. This is a wonderful middle school for newcomers to Gallatin as well as teachers looking for a wonderful school where your teaching is truly appreciated.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted May 27, 2007

I have been very happy with the education and exposure my daughter has received at RSMS. She attened the school all three years and is now moving on to GHS. Mr. Turner is just as proud of his all county football team '06 as he is the chorus and the cheerleaders. I would highly recommend RSMS to any Gallatin family.
—Submitted by 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.

243 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
23%

2010

 
 
14%
Reading/Language Arts

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

244 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
44%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

242 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
46%
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.

258 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%

2011

 
 
29%

2010

 
 
19%
Reading/Language Arts

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

257 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%

2011

 
 
40%

2010

 
 
38%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

257 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
37%
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.

208 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
26%

2011

 
 
18%

2010

 
 
23%
Reading/Language Arts

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

230 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%

2011

 
 
44%

2010

 
 
41%
Science

The state average for Science was 63% in 2012.

230 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
44%
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 Students30%
African American13%
Hispanic21%
White39%
Economically disadvantaged24%
Students with disabilities15%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students47%
African American32%
Hispanic31%
White57%
Economically disadvantaged40%
Students with disabilities12%

Science

All Students64%
African American54%
Hispanic59%
White69%
Economically disadvantaged56%
Students with disabilities20%
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 Students35%
African American24%
Hispanic22%
White41%
Economically disadvantaged27%
Students with disabilities22%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students40%
African American31%
Hispanic19%
White46%
Economically disadvantaged30%
Students with disabilities33%

Science

All Students70%
African American53%
Hispanic41%
White80%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Students with disabilities54%
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 Students26%
African American13%
Hispanic32%
White28%
Economically disadvantaged22%
Students with disabilities14%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students35%
African American24%
Hispanic32%
White39%
Economically disadvantaged29%
Students with disabilities27%

Science

All Students52%
African American40%
Hispanic45%
White57%
Economically disadvantaged45%
Students with disabilities34%
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.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%
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 Students100%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
White100%
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 67% 68%
Black 22% 25%
Hispanic 9% 5%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 48%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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350 Hancock St
Gallatin, TN 37066
Phone: (615) 452-1734

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