South Fulton Middle School earns statewide ranking

Obion County Schools recently announced  South Fulton Middle School has been ranked No. 28 in Tennessee in the 2027 Best Middle Schools rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition places South Fulton Middle School among the top middle schools in the state and highlights the academic efforts taking place across the district.
The 2027 rankings include more than 24,000 middle schools across the country. Schools are evaluated at the state and district levels, with rankings based on academic performance and other measures of school effectiveness.
“We are incredibly proud to be ranked among the Best Middle Schools in Tennessee by U.S. News & World Report,” said Laura Pitts, Principal of South Fulton Middle School. “This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our teachers and staff, the commitment of our students, and the continued support of our families and community. We strive every day to provide meaningful learning experiences and opportunities that help every student grow and succeed. This accomplishment belongs to our entire school community, and we are excited to continue building on this success.”
According to U.S. News & World Report, the methodology evaluates student performance in mathematics and reading/language arts across all proficiency levels. The rankings use publicly available data collected directly from state education agencies by RTI International, along with data from the U.S. Department of Education. The evaluation considers student demographic information to measure overall achievement and school effectiveness. Student-teacher ratios are used to break ties in overall scores.
This statewide recognition is a point of pride for Obion County Schools and reflects the district's continued commitment to academic excellence and student achievement.