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School Report CardMiddle SchoolHamilton County

Tyner Middle Academy

Hamilton County, Tennessee

F
Needs Improvement

1.3 / 5.0

F1.3 / 5.0
Needs Improvement

Middle School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Tyner Middle Academy 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 #77 out of 81 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.1.

This rating indicates that Tyner Middle Academy 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 15.6% of students at Tyner Middle Academy demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Math (Middle) at 20.1%, while ELA (Middle) at 9.2% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

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

ELA (Middle): 9.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (Middle): 20.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Middle): 16.9% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (Middle): 16.0% 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.

Tyner Middle Academy shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.0 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

5.0
of 5.0

Exceeding expectations

Science

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Social Studies

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 15.2% of all students at Tyner Middle Academy demonstrated proficiency on state assessments.

All Students
15.2%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
11.1%

Below the proficiency benchmark

English Learners
14.7%

Below the proficiency benchmark

How Does Tyner Middle Academy Compare?

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

With a score of 1.3, Tyner Middle Academy 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 #77 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tyner Middle Academy’s performance data.

What grade did Tyner Middle Academy receive?
Tyner Middle Academy 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 Tyner Middle Academy compare to other Hamilton County schools?
Tyner Middle Academy ranks #77 out of 81 schools in Hamilton County. The county average score is 3.1, and Tyner Middle Academy’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 Tyner Middle Academy?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Tyner Middle Academy’s average growth score of 2.0 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 Tyner Middle Academy above or below the state average?
Tyner Middle Academy’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 Tyner Middle Academy?
The highest proficiency rate is in Math (Middle) at 20.1%, while the lowest is in ELA (Middle) at 9.2%. Across all 4 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 15.6%.

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