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#206 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 12% in state

Rutland Elementary

Elementary School · Wilson County

1995 South Rutland RD, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

Enrollment

1,327

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#206 of 1,786

In Mt. Juliet

#2 of 13

public schools

In district

#2 of 24

Wilson County

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Rutland Elementary

8.4/10

Elementary School in Mt. Juliet · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rutland Elementary

Rutland Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Juliet, TN, part of Wilson County. Rutland Elementary serves approximately 1,327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Rutland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #206 of 1,786 schools in TN. Structured state assessment records for Rutland Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+33.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,322
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Rutland Elementary — Students at Rutland Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
60.4%
ELA
55.6%
2025
Math
72.9%
ELA
65.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Rutland Elementary Compares

See how Rutland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
89th percentile in TN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

Location

1995 South Rutland RD, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rutland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springdale Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is West Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gladeville Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Gladeville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mt. Juliet, see our Mt. Juliet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF MT. JULIET Mount Juliet 1.1 mi
Stoner Creek Elementary Mt. Juliet 1.7 mi 7.9
MT JULIET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Juliet 1.9 mi 5.6
West Wilson Middle School Mt. Juliet 2.0 mi 7.3
Mt. Juliet High School Mt. Juliet 3.4 mi 5.5
Elzie D Patton Elementary School Mt. Juliet 3.9 mi 7.4
Mt. Juliet Middle School Mt. Juliet 4.1 mi 6.8
West Elementary Mt. Juliet 4.4 mi 8.3
Springdale Elementary School Mt. Juliet 3.9 mi 8.5
Gladeville Middle School Mt. Juliet 4.7 mi 8.1
Gladeville Elementary Gladeville 5.1 mi 8.1
Green Hill High School Mt. Juliet 5.4 mi 7.5
W A Wright Elementary Mt. Juliet 5.5 mi 7.5
Mt. Juliet Elementary Mt. Juliet 5.2 mi 7.7
Wilson Central High School Lebanon 5.3 mi 6.2
Ruby Major Elementary Hermitage 5.6 mi 5.7
Lakeview Elementary School Mt. Juliet 7.5 mi 7.5
Dodson Elementary Hermitage 7.1 mi 6.9
Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage 7.6 mi 5.5
DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage 7.7 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,306

Median Home Value

$451,800

Median Rent

$1,840/mo

Population

66,348

College Educated

47.1%

Homeownership

81.2%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

40.3

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Normal Park Museum Magnet School Chattanooga, TN 8.5
Springdale Elementary School Mt. Juliet, TN 8.5
West Elementary Mt. Juliet, TN 8.3
Union City Elementary School Union City, TN 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rutland Elementary

What grades does Rutland Elementary serve?

Rutland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rutland Elementary?

Rutland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,327 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rutland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rutland Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rutland Elementary rank in TN?

Rutland Elementary ranks #206 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Rutland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rutland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Rutland Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rutland Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rutland Elementary a charter school?

No, Rutland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rutland Elementary a Title I school?

No, Rutland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,327
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wilson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

Wilson County
District Enrollment
20,548
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,322
District Rank
#2 of 24

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