Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walton Ferry 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 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Walton Ferry Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walton Ferry Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton Ferry Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
13%
Black
9%
21%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Walton Ferry Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Walton Ferry Elementary School often compared to?
Walton Ferry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Walton Ferry Elementary School?
398 students attend Walton Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Walton Ferry Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton Ferry Elementary School?
Walton Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walton Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Walton Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walton Ferry Elementary School part of?
Walton Ferry Elementary School is part of Sumner County School District.
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