Serving 615 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 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (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 615 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter Hill 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 Walter Hill Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#467 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
13%
20%
White
63%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 #467 out of 1,728 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
615 students attend Walter Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Walter Hill Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Walter Hill Elementary School offer ?
Walter Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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