Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterville Community Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterville Community Elementary serves the southern part of Cleveland, TN, covering an area of approximately 38 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being around 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterville Community Elementary School's student population of 677 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
42 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterville Community Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterville Community Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#581 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
76%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterville Community Elementary School's ranking?
Waterville Community Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Waterville Community Elementary School often compared to?
Waterville Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Elementary School, Taylor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Waterville Community Elementary School?
677 students attend Waterville Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Waterville Community Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Waterville Community Elementary School offer ?
Waterville Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville Community Elementary School part of?
Waterville Community Elementary School is part of Bradley County School District.
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