Serving 410 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 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- 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
School Overview
Walton Ferry Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walton Ferry Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton Ferry Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#211 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
9%
21%
White
71%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
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 #211 out of 1,761 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Walton Ferry Elementary School?
410 students attend Walton Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Walton Ferry Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton Ferry Elementary School?
Walton Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher 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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