School Report CardK-8 SchoolPerry County

Linden Middle School

Perry County, Tennessee

C
Satisfactory

3.2 / 5.0

C3.2 / 5.0
Satisfactory

K-8 School · 2024-25

Overall Performance Summary

Linden Middle School earned an overall grade of C with a score of 3.2 out of 5.0, placing it among the top quarter of k-8 schools in Perry County. The school ranks #1 out of 5 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 2.5.

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

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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

Average

C
3.4/ 5.0

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

40% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 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

C 50%
C 40%
C 10%

The final score of 3.2is 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 35.6% of students at Linden Middle School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Science (Elementary) at 43.9%, while ELA (Elementary) at 24.6% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

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

ELA (Elementary): 24.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (Elementary): 28.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Elementary): 43.9% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

ELA (Middle): 38.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Math (Middle): 36.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

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

Social Studies (Middle): 35.5% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Growth Indicators

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

Linden Middle School shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.8 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

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Numeracy

4.0
of 5.0

Exceeding 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, 35.6% of all students at Linden Middle School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments.

All Students
35.6%

Approaching the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
35.0%

Approaching the proficiency benchmark

How Does Linden Middle School Compare?

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

With a score of 3.2, Linden Middle School is above the Perry County average of 2.5 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 5 schools in Perry County, this school holds the #1 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Linden Middle School’s performance data.

What grade did Linden Middle School receive?
Linden Middle School received an overall grade of C (Satisfactory) with a score of 3.2 out of 5.0 for the 2024-25 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 Linden Middle School compare to other Perry County schools?
Linden Middle School ranks #1 out of 5 schools in Perry County. The county average score is 2.5, and Linden Middle School’s score of 3.2 is above that average. This places the school among the stronger performers in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Linden Middle School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Linden Middle School’s average growth score of 2.8 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 Linden Middle School above or below the state average?
Linden Middle School’s score of 3.2 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 Linden Middle School?
The highest proficiency rate is in Science (Elementary) at 43.9%, while the lowest is in ELA (Elementary) at 24.6%. Across all 7 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 35.6%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2024-25 School Year