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#91 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 5% in state

Walnut Grove Elementary

Elementary School · Williamson County

326 Stable RD, Franklin, TN 37069

Enrollment

586

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#91 of 1,786

In Franklin

#7 of 25

public schools

In district

#13 of 50

Williamson County

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Walnut Grove Elementary

8.9/10

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

Hunters Bend Elementary

8.8/10

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7.0/10

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About Walnut Grove Elementary

Walnut Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Franklin, TN, part of Williamson County. Walnut Grove Elementary serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Walnut Grove Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+41.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+42.5 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,899
Chronic Absenteeism4.4%

Walnut Grove Elementary — Students at Walnut Grove Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 79.0% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
77.1%
2025
Math
81%
ELA
83.3%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Walnut Grove Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in TN
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

326 Stable RD, Franklin, TN 37069

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walnut Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hunters Bend Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Grassland Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Hunters Bend Elementary Franklin 1.2 mi 8.8
Grassland Middle School Franklin 2.3 mi 7.0
Grassland Elementary Brentwood 2.3 mi 8.7
Franklin High School Franklin 2.8 mi 7.6
Poplar Grove K-4 Franklin 2.9 mi 6.7
Poplar Grove 5-8 Franklin 3.0 mi 5.5
Freedom Middle School Franklin 3.2 mi 8.2
FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin 3.2 mi 7.1
TRINITAS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Franklin 3.3 mi 6.6
Freedom Intermediate Franklin 3.5 mi 9.1
Johnson Elementary Franklin 3.6 mi 8.0
Pearre Creek Elementary School Franklin 3.9 mi 8.1
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Franklin 4.1 mi 7.6
CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY Brentwood 4.0 mi 8.9
Vanguard Virtual High School Franklin 4.3 mi 6.1
Scales Elementary Brentwood 4.1 mi 8.3
Liberty Elementary Franklin 4.2 mi 8.1
Renaissance High School Franklin 4.6 mi 9.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FRANKLIN Franklin 4.0 mi
Franklin Elementary Franklin 4.7 mi 9.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,336

Median Home Value

$713,200

Median Rent

$2,091/mo

Population

19,994

College Educated

72.2%

Homeownership

87.3%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walnut Grove Elementary

What grades does Walnut Grove Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Walnut Grove Elementary?

Walnut Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Grove Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Grove Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walnut Grove Elementary rank in TN?

Walnut Grove Elementary ranks #91 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Walnut Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Walnut Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Walnut Grove Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Grove Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Walnut Grove Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Walnut Grove Elementary a Title I school?

No, Walnut Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.4%

District

Williamson County
District Enrollment
41,909
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,899
District Rank
#13 of 50

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