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#260 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 15% in state

Walton Ferry Elementary

Elementary School · Sumner County

732 Walton Ferry RD, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#260 of 1,786

In Hendersonville

#8 of 16

public schools

In district

#14 of 50

Sumner County

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Walton Ferry Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Hendersonville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Walton Ferry Elementary

Walton Ferry Elementary is a public elementary school in Hendersonville, TN, part of Sumner County. Walton Ferry Elementary serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Walton Ferry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Walton Ferry Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Walton Ferry Elementary — Students at Walton Ferry Elementary score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 53.9% (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
46%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
55.1%
ELA
46.6%
2025
Math
57%
ELA
48.9%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Walton Ferry Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

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

732 Walton Ferry RD, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walton Ferry Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gene W. Brown Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lakeside Park Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Andrew Jackson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Old Hickory), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hendersonville, see our Hendersonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
DuPont Hadley Middle Old Hickory 1.1 mi 4.7
Lakeside Park Elementary Hendersonville 1.2 mi 8.4
V G Hawkins Middle School Hendersonville 1.4 mi 7.5
DuPont Elementary Old Hickory 1.2 mi 7.3
FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Old Hickory 1.8 mi 4.6
Andrew Jackson Elementary Old Hickory 2.3 mi 8.3
Gene W. Brown Elementary Hendersonville 2.4 mi 8.7
HENDERSONVILLE BIBLE KINDERGARTEN Hendersonville 2.6 mi
THE ACADEMY FOR G.O.D. Old Hickory 2.6 mi 5.8
Hendersonville High School Hendersonville 3.0 mi 6.7
Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville 2.6 mi 8.0
HENDRESONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hendersonville 3.2 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINING CENTER FOR TN/NCME Hendersonville 3.2 mi 6.5
Nannie Berry Elementary Hendersonville 3.1 mi 8.1
MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison 2.8 mi 7.4
Robert E Ellis Middle Hendersonville 3.2 mi 8.3
MADISON ACADEMY Madison 2.8 mi 7.6
Neely's Bend Elementary Nashville 2.9 mi 6.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF HENDERSONVILLE Hendersonville 3.8 mi
Merrol Hyde Magnet School Hendersonville 4.1 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,597

Median Home Value

$403,400

Median Rent

$1,552/mo

Population

72,541

College Educated

42.1%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

40.4

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East Coffee Elementary Manchester, TN 8.2
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Jo Byrns Elementary School Cedar Hill, TN 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walton Ferry Elementary

What grades does Walton Ferry Elementary serve?

Walton Ferry Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Walton Ferry Elementary?

Walton Ferry Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walton Ferry Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Walton Ferry Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walton Ferry Elementary rank in TN?

Walton Ferry Elementary ranks #260 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Walton Ferry Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Walton Ferry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Walton Ferry Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walton Ferry Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Walton Ferry Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Walton Ferry Elementary a Title I school?

No, Walton Ferry Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

District

Sumner County
District Enrollment
30,661
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,191
District Rank
#14 of 50

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