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School Report CardMiddle SchoolHamilton County

Orchard Knob Middle School

Hamilton County, Tennessee

F
Needs Improvement

1.3 / 5.0

F1.3 / 5.0
Needs Improvement

Middle School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Orchard Knob Middle School earned an overall grade of F with a score of 1.3 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of middle schools in Hamilton County. The school ranks #76 out of 81 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.1.

This rating indicates that Orchard Knob Middle School is facing significant challenges in meeting the state's accountability standards and may benefit from targeted support and intervention.

Needs ImprovementFNeeds ImprovementFAbove AverageB

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

40% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Above Average

B
4.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

F 50%
F 40%
B 10%

The final score of 1.3 is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 11.3% of students at Orchard Knob Middle School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Social Studies (Middle) at 14.4%, while Math (Middle) at 6.3% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

Math (Middle): 6.3% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Middle): 13.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (Middle): 14.4% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

Orchard Knob Middle School shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.3 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Numeracy

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Science

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Social Studies

4.0
of 5.0

Exceeding expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 7.8% of all students at Orchard Knob Middle School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments.

All Students
7.8%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
7.7%

Below the proficiency benchmark

English Learners
7.2%

Below the proficiency benchmark

How Does Orchard Knob Middle School Compare?

Overall score compared to the Hamilton County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 1.3, Orchard Knob Middle School is below the Hamilton County average of 3.1 and well below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 81 schools in Hamilton County, this school holds the #76 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orchard Knob Middle School’s performance data.

What grade did Orchard Knob Middle School receive?
Orchard Knob Middle School received an overall grade of F (Needs Improvement) with a score of 1.3 out of 5.0 for the 2023-24 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and growth of the lowest-performing students.
How does Orchard Knob Middle School compare to other Hamilton County schools?
Orchard Knob Middle School ranks #76 out of 81 schools in Hamilton County. The county average score is 3.1, and Orchard Knob Middle School’s score of 1.3 is below that average. The school has opportunities to close the gap with higher-performing schools in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Orchard Knob Middle School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Orchard Knob Middle School’s average growth score of 2.3 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Orchard Knob Middle School above or below the state average?
Orchard Knob Middle School’s score of 1.3 is well below the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school has room to improve to reach the statewide benchmark.
Which subjects are strongest at Orchard Knob Middle School?
The highest proficiency rate is in Social Studies (Middle) at 14.4%, while the lowest is in Math (Middle) at 6.3%. Across all 3 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 11.3%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2023-24 School Year