For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 851 students in 38544, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 38544, TN is Upperman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 38544 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38544, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38544, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Upperman Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Nashville Hwy
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-6601
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-6601
Gr: 5-8 | 851 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38544, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38544, TN include Upperman Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38544?
1 public middle schools are located in 38544.
What is the racial composition of students in 38544?
38544 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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