Washburn School is a public school located in Washburn, Tennessee, USA in the east division of the state. Currently there are over 600 students enrolled at the secondary school, with approximately 56 staff members, including principal Ginny McElhaney, and vice principal Aaron Clay.
Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Washburn 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 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washburn School serves the northern part of its district in Washburn, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 106 square miles. The average drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washburn School's student population of 477 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
37 teachers
Year Founded
1931
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washburn 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 Washburn School is 0.06, 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
#1244 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
97%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washburn School's ranking?
Washburn School is ranked #1244 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Washburn School often compared to?
Washburn Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rutledge Elementary School, Bean Station Elementary School, Joppa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washburn School?
The graduation rate of Washburn School is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Washburn School?
477 students attend Washburn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Washburn School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Washburn School offer ?
Washburn School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washburn School part of?
Washburn School is part of Grainger County School District.
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