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School Report CardHigh SchoolObion County

South Fulton Middle / High School

Obion County, Tennessee

C
Satisfactory

3.3 / 5.0

C3.3 / 5.0
Satisfactory

High School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

South Fulton Middle / High School earned an overall grade of C with a score of 3.3 out of 5.0, placing it among the lower half of high schools in Obion County. The school ranks #6 out of 10 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.5.

This satisfactory rating indicates that South Fulton Middle / High School is meeting many of the state's accountability benchmarks, with some areas showing room for continued improvement.

ExcellentANeeds 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

Excellent

A
5.0/ 5.0

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

30% 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

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

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

10% weight

Above Average

B
4.0/ 5.0

Evaluates how well a school prepares students for life after graduation through ACT scores, graduation rates, and career readiness.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

A 50%
F 30%
F 10%
B 10%

The final score of 3.3 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 49.1% of students at South Fulton Middle / High School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Math (Middle) at 68.1%, while Math (High) at 32.2% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

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

ELA (Middle): 36.3% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Math (Middle): 68.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Science (Middle): 57.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Social Studies (Middle): 42.8% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

ELA (High): 46.9% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Math (High): 32.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Science (High): 60.0% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Growth Indicators

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

South Fulton Middle / High School shows limited overall academic growth with an average score of 1.5 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

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Social Studies

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 46.8% of all students at South Fulton Middle / High School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments. Among economically disadvantaged students, the rate was 37.7%, representing a 9.1 percentage point gap that warrants attention.

All Students
46.8%

Approaching the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
37.7%

Approaching the proficiency benchmark

College & Career Readiness

Metrics that measure how well students are prepared for postsecondary success.

College and career readiness is a critical indicator of long-term student outcomes. South Fulton Middle / High School reports a ready graduate rate of 40.4%.

Overall Rate
61.7%

Strong performance

ACT Ready
40.4%

Moderate performance

Postsecondary
55.3

Reported metric

Industry Cert
12.8%

Area for improvement

Military Ready
27.7%

Moderate performance

How Does South Fulton Middle / High School Compare?

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

With a score of 3.3, South Fulton Middle / High School is below the Obion County average of 3.5 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 10 schools in Obion County, this school holds the #6 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Fulton Middle / High School’s performance data.

What grade did South Fulton Middle / High School receive?
South Fulton Middle / High School received an overall grade of C (Satisfactory) with a score of 3.3 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 college and career readiness indicators.
How does South Fulton Middle / High School compare to other Obion County schools?
South Fulton Middle / High School ranks #6 out of 10 schools in Obion County. The county average score is 3.5, and South Fulton Middle / High School’s score of 3.3 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 South Fulton Middle / High School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. South Fulton Middle / High School’s average growth score of 1.5 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 South Fulton Middle / High School above or below the state average?
South Fulton Middle / High School’s score of 3.3 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 South Fulton Middle / High School?
The highest proficiency rate is in Math (Middle) at 68.1%, while the lowest is in Math (High) at 32.2%. Across all 7 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 49.1%.

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