Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Cheatham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Cheatham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Cheatham Elementary School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
West Cheatham Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Cheatham Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#453 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
92%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Cheatham Elementary School's ranking?
West Cheatham Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West Cheatham Elementary School often compared to?
West Cheatham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland City Elementary School, Kingston Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend West Cheatham Elementary School?
308 students attend West Cheatham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Cheatham Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does West Cheatham Elementary School offer ?
West Cheatham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Cheatham Elementary School part of?
West Cheatham Elementary School is part of Cheatham County School District.
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