Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walter Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter Hill Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter Hill Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
12%
21%
White
69%
59%
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
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Walter Hill Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Walter Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Walter Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Barfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Walter Hill Elementary School?
589 students attend Walter Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Walter Hill Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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 Walter Hill Elementary School?
Walter Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walter Hill Elementary School offer ?
Walter Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walter Hill Elementary School part of?
Walter Hill Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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