Walland Elementary School

247 E Millers Cove Rd
Walland, TN 37886
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 289 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Bottom 50% in TN
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Walland Elementary School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
289 students
This chart display total students of Walland Elementary School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Gender %
This chart display gender of Walland Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
This chart display the total teachers of Walland Elementary School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart display the students of Walland Elementary School by grade.

School Rankings

Walland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walland Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (TN)
#966 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall school rank of Walland Elementary School, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
15-19%
28%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Walland Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
25-29%
30%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Walland Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
This chart display the student teacher ratio of Walland Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in Walland Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2009-10 school year data.
Hispanic
10%
13%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Walland Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
4%
21%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Walland Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
85%
60%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Walland Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
This chart display the percentage of students of two or more races in Walland Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Walland Elementary School.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in TN.
0.27
This chart display the diversity score of Walland Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
46%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Walland Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Walland Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walland Elementary School's ranking?
Walland Elementary School is ranked #966 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Walland Elementary School often compared to?
Walland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Townsend Elementary School, Porter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Walland Elementary School?
289 students attend Walland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Walland Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walland Elementary School?
Walland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walland Elementary School offer ?
Walland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walland Elementary School part of?
Walland Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.

School Reviews

5   3/31/2022
I love this school.
- Posted by Parent - Kayla
5   8/16/2010
Walland is a wonderful community school with about 320 students, excellent teachers, an eccentric and caring principal, and all around great staff. Any student who attends will have a great educational experience.
- Posted by Parent - zsgre

Review Walland Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Public Schools in a Minute
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a Minute
Explore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 289 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links