Serving 443 students in grades 4-8, Waverly Jr High 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 25% (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 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waverly, TN, covering approximately 556.7 square miles and typically requiring a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 14.1 miles, with the furthest point being 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waverly Jr High School's student population of 443 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly Jr High 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 Waverly Jr High School is 0.24, 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
#1167 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
6%
20%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Waverly Jr High School's ranking?
Waverly Jr High School is ranked #1167 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Waverly Jr High School often compared to?
Waverly Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School, Mc Ewen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% 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).
How many students attend Waverly Jr High School?
443 students attend Waverly Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Waverly Jr High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Waverly Jr High School offer ?
Waverly Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waverly Jr High School part of?
Waverly Jr High School is part of Humphreys County School District.
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