Serving 626 students in grades 6-8, Chester County Junior 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 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester County Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chester County Junior High School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester County Junior 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 Chester County Junior High School is 0.38, 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
#433 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
10%
20%
White
78%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chester County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester County Junior High School's ranking?
Chester County Junior High School is ranked #433 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Chester County Junior High School?
626 students attend Chester County Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Chester County Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Chester County Junior High School offer ?
Chester County Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester County Junior High School part of?
Chester County Junior High School is part of Chester County School District.
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