Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walter Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Walter Hill Elementary School's student population of 577 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter Hill Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#478 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
9%
21%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Walter Hill Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Walter Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Walter Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Barfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Walter Hill Elementary School?
577 students attend Walter Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Walter Hill Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter Hill Elementary School?
Walter Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walter Hill Elementary School offer ?
Walter Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walter Hill Elementary School part of?
Walter Hill Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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