Serving 1,371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rutland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,371 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rutland Elementary School's student population of 1,371 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,371 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutland Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutland Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
8%
20%
White
58%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutland Elementary School's ranking?
Rutland Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rutland Elementary School often compared to?
Rutland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springdale Elementary School, Stoner Creek Elementary School, Mt. Juliet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rutland Elementary School?
1,371 students attend Rutland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Rutland Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Rutland Elementary School offer ?
Rutland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutland Elementary School part of?
Rutland Elementary School is part of Wilson County School District.
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