Serving 666 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary School serves the northern part of Murfreesboro, TN, covering an area of approximately 34.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 666 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating for life-long learning with an uncompromising commitment to excellence.
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#235 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Hill Elementary School, Christiana Elementary School, Rockvale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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 Wilson Elementary School?
666 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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5 10/10/2025
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