Farragut Middle School educates more than 1,400 students in grades sixth through eighth. A rigorous academic curriculum is the backbone of education at Farragut Middle, with honors classes, STEM programming, and a comprehensive visual and performing arts program. Students at Farragut Middle are challenged to become exceptional thinkers and active members of their community. They consistently score well above the state average on standardized tests and perform at or above grade level in math and English. Of the students who participate in the Algebra program, nearly 100% pass the class ready for more advanced math in high school, allowing them to complete upper-level math classes before college. Extracurricular activities at Farragut Middle offer something for everyone. Athletes can choose from a variety of sports, including basketball, volleyball, baseball and football. Students who achieve academically are invited to participate in the Farragut Middle Honor Society. And those wanting to stop bullying and spread kindness can join Project U, a student-led group that unites students with the goal of promoting school-wide unity. Students at Farragut Middle School are well prepared for the challenges of high school and are supported with the resources to succeed.
Farragut Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
200 W End Ave,
Knoxville, TN
Knox County Schools
School Details
Head of School
Heather Karnes
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
70%
Reading Proficiency
65%
Niche Grade
A
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
65%
Math Proficiency
70%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
82
Full Time Teachers
82
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.6%
GreatSchools Rating
10
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
22.9%
State Average
32.2%
Science
21%
State Average
37%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
458:1
Student Diversity
Male
52%
Female
48%
White
79.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.2%
Hispanic
6.2%
Two or more races
3.5%
Black
2%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/27/2015
Since it's in the south, it is a bit lacking. However, there are some fantastic teachers who provide knowledge and there are some teachers who blatantly tell students they hate their jobs.
5/27/2015
Lots of clubs and opportunities.
GreatSchools Reviews
1/11/2023
My kids have been at FMS from 2018-2023. By Knox County Schools standards, it's fine. But it isn't great, especially compared to the other Farragut schools, and has gotten worse since the pandemic. Some of that is due to a shortage of quality teachers. But I think there is also a leadership problem....
7/27/2022
Education wise, great school! I learn a lot and am excelling in their honors program, however, how they deal with bullying and other issues is, to be frank, quite awful. The school has many issues with vaping and physical fighting in the restrooms, in which they do little to nothing about, except fo...
1/27/2022
Get me out of this place, please.
1/10/2021
I am a current student in this middle school, and wow, what an experience! The teachers in this school are clearly trying their best to educate the students here. However, the restrooms are completely defaced, with graffiti in almost every stall. I feel bad for the janitors, so I help them out a lit...
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About Farragut
List Price Range
$250K - $2.1M
Homes For Sale
246
Average Home Value
$441,896
Median Lot Size
16,117 Sq Ft
% Renters
54%
Household Income
$67,713
% of College Grads
33.9%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
2,016 Sq Ft
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$1,576 - $2,979 per month
- City West at Turkey Creek
- Studio - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 594+ Sq Ft
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- Knoxville, TN
Additional Schools in the Area
- 7th to 12th
- Public
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- Private
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Parks in this Area
Anchor Park
- Baseball/Softball
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- Picnic Area
Founders Park at Campbell Station
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Concord Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Boating
McFee Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Tennis
PetSafe Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Mayor Bob Leonard Park
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- Basketball
- Picnic Area
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