The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) has demonstrated significant academic progress, with 70% of its schools earning an A or B grade on the 2024-25 Tennessee State Report Card. The results, released by the Tennessee Department of Education, also show that 90% of the district's schools received a grade of C or higher.
For the second year in a row, CMCSS has been designated an “Advancing District,” the second-highest classification available. This marks a period of sustained improvement, with officials highlighting widespread gains rather than isolated successes.
Key Takeaways
- 70% of CMCSS schools received an A or B letter grade for the 2024-25 school year.
- The district was named an “Advancing District” for the second consecutive year.
- For the third straight year, no CMCSS school received a failing (F) grade.
- The district achieved the highest possible student growth score (TVAAS Level 5) for the second year in a row, a first in nearly a decade.
District-Wide Improvement Continues
The latest report card data indicates a clear positive trend for the school system. Compared to results from two years prior, CMCSS has increased the percentage of schools earning top grades of A or B by 22 points. During the same period, the number of schools receiving a D grade has fallen by 18 points.
The year-over-year improvement is also notable. According to district data, more than 40% of CMCSS schools improved their letter grades by at least one level from the 2023-2024 report card. This progress is underscored by the complete absence of F-rated schools for the third consecutive year.
“We are continuing to see progress across the system, not in isolated pockets, and that’s a powerful indicator of lasting improvement,” said Dr. Jean Luna-Vedder, Director of Schools.
Measuring Student Growth and Achievement
The Tennessee State Report Card evaluates schools on several key metrics. These include student achievement on standardized tests, academic growth over time, graduation rates, and college and career readiness for high school students. The system aims to provide a comprehensive view of school performance.
Highest Growth Rating Achieved
CMCSS earned a system-wide Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System (TVAAS) composite score of 5, the highest possible rating for student growth. This is the second consecutive year the district has achieved this score, a feat not accomplished in nearly a decade. Additionally, literacy and numeracy growth scores increased by two levels from the previous school year.
This achievement in student growth is a critical indicator of the district's effectiveness in advancing student learning, regardless of their starting point. The TVAAS score specifically measures the impact schools and teachers have on their students' academic progress.
The positive results have led to state-level recognition for many individual schools. Thirty CMCSS schools were placed on the Honor Roll for earning an A or B grade. Nine of these were also named Reward Schools, a designation for institutions with high levels of performance or academic growth. Seventeen schools across the district earned a perfect TVAAS composite score of 5.
Leadership Credits Collaborative Effort
District leadership attributes the success to a combined effort from everyone involved in the educational process. Dr. Luna-Vedder emphasized the role of students, staff, and the broader community in achieving these outcomes.
“These outcomes are a direct result of the hard work and dedication of our students, educators, and school leaders in partnership with families and our entire community,” she stated.
Looking ahead, Dr. Luna-Vedder reaffirmed her commitment to making the district a leader in the state. “Heading into my fourth year as Director of Schools, I remain focused on my priority from day one for CMCSS to be the best school system in the state for students, families, and employees,” she said.
Understanding the State Report Card
The Tennessee State Report Card is an annual accountability tool designed for public transparency. It assigns letter grades (A-F) to schools based on a variety of performance indicators, helping parents and community members understand how their local schools are serving students.
2024-25 School Grades Breakdown
The following is a complete list of the letter grades assigned to each school within the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System for the 2024-25 academic year.
Elementary Schools
- A Grade: Cumberland Heights, Hazelwood, Kirkwood, Sango
- B Grade: Barkers Mill, Carmel, Glenellen, Kenwood, Montgomery Central, Moore Magnet, Northeast, Oakland, Pisgah, Ringgold, West Creek, Woodlawn, Spanish Immersion at Barksdale
- C Grade: Barksdale, Byrns Darden, East Montgomery, Liberty, Rossview
- D Grade: Minglewood, Norman Smith
Middle Schools
- A Grade: Kirkwood, Rossview, Middle College at APSU
- B Grade: Kenwood, Montgomery Central, Richview, West Creek
- C Grade: New Providence
- D Grade: Northeast
High Schools
- A Grade: Kirkwood, Rossview, Middle College at APSU
- B Grade: Clarksville, Northeast, Northwest, West Creek
- C Grade: Montgomery Central
- D Grade: Kenwood
Special and Virtual Schools
- C Grade: K-12 Virtual School
