W James Middle School

Set in White Bluff, Tennessee, W James Middle School is an intimate 6-8 campus, run under Dickson County. It serves 239 students across grades 6 through 8. Compared to the state average of about 554 students per school, that is 57% leaner than typical.

W James Middle School is one of 17 schools operated by Dickson County, a district that instructs 7,777 students overall.

On demographics, W James Middle School shows that nearly all students (85%) are White. Other groups include 10% Hispanic, 4% multiracial. That mix tracks the wider county fairly closely.

Across the wider county, Dickson County reports that median household earnings sit near $75,003, roughly 22% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the poverty rate sits near 8%. Across Dickson County's 17 public schools (combined enrollment of about 7,777 students), W James Middle School is one campus in the mix.

The closest other public school is White Bluff Elementary, roughly 0.9 miles away. Within five miles, there are 2 other public schools.

The campus sits in a low-density setting.

Looking at the recent track record. Looking back 7 years, enrollment at W James Middle School has ticked down 12%, going from 273 students in 2018 to 239 in 2025. Over the same period, the White share decreased from 93% to 85%.

Inside the community feed, the page collects discussion, questions, and updates around school events, parent volunteer needs, and clubs. The community welcomes input from current and former families.