Middle Schools in Monroe County

The middle schools in Monroe County, Tennessee serve students in grades 6-8 and consist of three schools: Madisonville Middle School, Tellico Plains Junior High School, and Vonore Middle School. While the schools share similarities in terms of student demographics and per-pupil spending, their academic performance varies, with Vonore Middle School emerging as a relative standout.

Vonore Middle School boasts the highest overall test scores across the three schools, with impressive proficiency rates in Math, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. The school's 7th grade Math and Social Studies scores are particularly noteworthy, significantly outpacing the county and state averages. Tellico Plains Junior High School also stands out, with the highest 8th grade Math proficiency rate and relatively strong performance in Science. In contrast, the three schools generally perform below the county and state averages in most subject areas, suggesting a need for improvement in educational outcomes.

The data also reveals disparities in the racial makeup of the student populations, with Madisonville Middle School having a more diverse student body compared to the other two schools. This raises questions about equity and access within the Monroe County school district. Additionally, the similar per-student spending across the schools, despite their varying performance levels, suggests the need for a deeper examination of resource allocation and the factors that contribute to student achievement beyond just funding.