Serving 1,332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roy L Waldron 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 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roy L Waldron Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Roy L Waldron Elementary School's student population of 1,332 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a learning environment where we embrace diversity, expand opportunities, empower students, and cultivate greatness!
School Rankings
Roy L Waldron Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roy L Waldron Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1256 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
48%
15%
Black
27%
21%
White
20%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roy L Waldron Elementary School's ranking?
Roy L Waldron Elementary School is ranked #1256 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Roy L Waldron Elementary School often compared to?
Roy L Waldron Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lavergne Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Roy L Waldron Elementary School?
1,332 students attend Roy L Waldron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Roy L Waldron Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roy L Waldron Elementary School?
Roy L Waldron Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Roy L Waldron Elementary School offer ?
Roy L Waldron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roy L Waldron Elementary School part of?
Roy L Waldron Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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