For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 455 students in 37185, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 37185, TN is Waverly Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 37185 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37185, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 37185, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waverly Jr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 E. Railroad St
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-4514
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-4514
Gr: 4-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37185, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37185, TN include Waverly Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37185?
1 public middle schools are located in 37185.
What is the racial composition of students in 37185?
37185 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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