School Report CardK-8 SchoolMorgan County

Central Middle School

Morgan County, Tennessee

D
Below Average

1.7 / 5.0

D1.7 / 5.0
Below Average

K-8 School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Central Middle School earned an overall grade of D with a score of 1.7 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of k-8 schools in Morgan County. The school ranks #6 out of 7 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 2.2.

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

Below AverageDNeeds ImprovementFAverageC

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

Below Average

D
2.0/ 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

Average

C
3.0/ 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

D 50%
F 40%
C 10%

The final score of 1.7is 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 22.1% of students at Central Middle School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Math (Middle) at 27.9%, while ELA (Middle) at 12.2% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

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

ELA (Elementary): 18.9% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Elementary): 27.0% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

ELA (Middle): 12.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (Middle): 27.9% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Middle): 25.3% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (Middle): 21.0% 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.

Central Middle School shows limited overall academic growth with an average score of 1.0 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

1.0
of 5.0

Below 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, 21.1% of all students at Central Middle School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments. Among economically disadvantaged students, the rate was 12.9%, representing a 8.2 percentage point gap that warrants attention.

All Students
21.1%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
12.9%

Below the proficiency benchmark

How Does Central Middle School Compare?

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

With a score of 1.7, Central Middle School is below the Morgan County average of 2.2 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 7 schools in Morgan County, this school holds the #6 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central Middle School’s performance data.

What grade did Central Middle School receive?
Central Middle School received an overall grade of D (Below Average) with a score of 1.7 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 Central Middle School compare to other Morgan County schools?
Central Middle School ranks #6 out of 7 schools in Morgan County. The county average score is 2.2, and Central Middle School’s score of 1.7 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 Central Middle School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Central Middle School’s average growth score of 1.0 out of 5.0 indicates limited year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Central Middle School above or below the state average?
Central Middle School’s score of 1.7 is 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 Central Middle School?
The highest proficiency rate is in Math (Middle) at 27.9%, while the lowest is in ELA (Middle) at 12.2%. Across all 6 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 22.1%.

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