Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Watertown Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Watertown Elementary serves the southeast part of the Watertown, TN school district, covering an area of approximately 186.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watertown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Watertown Elementary School's student population of 602 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watertown Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watertown Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#337 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watertown Elementary School's ranking?
Watertown Elementary School is ranked #337 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Watertown Elementary School often compared to?
Watertown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuckers Crossroads Elementary School, Southside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Watertown Elementary School?
602 students attend Watertown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Watertown Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Watertown Elementary School offer ?
Watertown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watertown Elementary School part of?
Watertown Elementary School is part of Wilson County School District.
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