Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Watt Hardison 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 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watt Hardison Elementary serves the northern part of Portland, TN, covering an area of approximately 29.4 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watt Hardison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Watt Hardison Elementary School's student population of 429 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Watt Hardison commits to support lifelong learners and leaders through collaborative, quality instruction.
School Rankings
Watt Hardison 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 Watt Hardison 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
#553 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watt Hardison Elementary School's ranking?
Watt Hardison Elementary School is ranked #553 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Watt Hardison Elementary School often compared to?
Watt Hardison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendersonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Watt Hardison Elementary School?
429 students attend Watt Hardison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Watt Hardison Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Watt Hardison Elementary School offer ?
Watt Hardison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watt Hardison Elementary School part of?
Watt Hardison Elementary School is part of Sumner County School District.
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