Middle Schools in Dickson County

The middle schools located in Dickson County, Tennessee serve students in grades 6-8 across 4 schools in the district. While the schools share some similarities, the data reveals notable differences in academic performance, with a few standout institutions leading the way.

Burns Middle School and W. James Middle School consistently rank among the top middle schools in Tennessee, with strong performance on state assessments, particularly in Science and Social Studies. In contrast, Dickson Middle School and Charlotte Middle School tend to have lower proficiency rates compared to their peers. Across the district, the racial makeup of the schools is predominantly White, with relatively low percentages of Hispanic and African American students.

In terms of resources, the per-student spending and student-teacher ratios are relatively consistent across the 4 middle schools, suggesting an equitable distribution of funding. However, the variation in academic performance indicates that factors beyond just funding and staffing may be contributing to the differences in student outcomes. The standout performance of Burns Middle School and W. James Middle School provides an opportunity for the lower-performing schools to learn from their best practices and strategies for driving student success.