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#777 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 43% in state

Watauga Elementary

Elementary School · Robertson County

P. O. Box 190 RD, Ridgetop, TN 37152

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#777 of 1,786

In district

#6 of 22

Robertson County

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Watauga Elementary

6.8/10

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

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About Watauga Elementary

Watauga Elementary is a public elementary school in Ridgetop, TN, part of Robertson County. Watauga Elementary serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Watauga Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #777 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Watauga Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,721
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Watauga Elementary — Students at Watauga Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.5% (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
44%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
41.5%
ELA
34.5%
2025
Math
52%
ELA
40.1%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Watauga Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in TN
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

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

P. O. Box 190 RD, Ridgetop, TN 37152

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Watauga Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Madison Creek Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Goodlettsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenbrier Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Greenbrier), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gateway Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ridgetop, see our Ridgetop schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
RIDGETOP ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ridgetop 0.3 mi
Greenbrier High School Greenbrier 2.7 mi 4.3
Greenbrier Middle School Greenbrier 2.9 mi 4.5
Greenbrier Elementary Greenbrier 3.6 mi 8.1
Millersville Elementary Goodlettsville 3.4 mi 6.5
LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY White House 4.4 mi 4.9
White House Middle School White House 5.1 mi 8.1
METRO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goodlettsville 5.9 mi 5.9
Goodlettsville Middle Goodlettsville 6.2 mi 3.4
Madison Creek Elementary Goodlettsville 5.8 mi 9.4
White House Heritage High School White House 6.4 mi 5.2
Goodlettsville Elementary Goodlettsville 6.5 mi 4.4
JONATHAN EDWARDS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Whites Creek 7.0 mi 5.9
JONATHAN EDWARDS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Whites Creek 7.0 mi 5.7
THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY ACADEMY White House 6.5 mi
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS White House 6.5 mi 5.5
Old Center Elementary Goodlettsville 7.4 mi 6.7
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 4-8 White House 7.1 mi 5.2
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 9-12 White House 7.1 mi 4.1
Gateway Elementary Madison 7.8 mi 7.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Watauga Elementary

What grades does Watauga Elementary serve?

Watauga Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Watauga Elementary?

Watauga Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Watauga Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Watauga Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Watauga Elementary rank in TN?

Watauga Elementary ranks #777 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Watauga Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Watauga Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Watauga Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Watauga Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Watauga Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Watauga Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Robertson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Robertson County
District Enrollment
11,404
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,721
District Rank
#6 of 22

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