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#229 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 13% in state

West Elementary

Elementary School · Wilson County

9315 Lebanon RD, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

Enrollment

881

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#229 of 1,786

In Mt. Juliet

#3 of 13

public schools

In district

#3 of 24

Wilson County

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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West Elementary

8.3/10

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

Mt. Juliet High School

5.5/10

1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.4/10

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About West Elementary

West Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Juliet, TN, part of Wilson County. West Elementary serves approximately 881 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

West Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 1,786 schools in TN. Structured state assessment records for West Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,322
Chronic Absenteeism9%

West Elementary — Students at West Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 53.4% (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
38%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
54.1%
ELA
53.9%
2025
Math
67.2%
ELA
58%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How West Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in TN
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

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

9315 Lebanon RD, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jack Anderson Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Springdale Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rutland Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mt. Juliet, see our Mt. Juliet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt. Juliet High School Mt. Juliet 1.3 mi 5.5
Elzie D Patton Elementary School Mt. Juliet 1.9 mi 7.4
Mt. Juliet Middle School Mt. Juliet 2.1 mi 6.8
Stoner Creek Elementary Mt. Juliet 3.5 mi 7.9
West Wilson Middle School Mt. Juliet 3.7 mi 7.3
W A Wright Elementary Mt. Juliet 3.1 mi 7.5
MT JULIET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Juliet 3.8 mi 5.6
Green Hill High School Mt. Juliet 3.4 mi 7.5
Rutland Elementary Mt. Juliet 4.4 mi 8.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF MT. JULIET Mount Juliet 4.4 mi
Lakeview Elementary School Mt. Juliet 4.4 mi 7.5
Mt. Juliet Elementary Mt. Juliet 5.1 mi 7.7
Springdale Elementary School Mt. Juliet 5.8 mi 8.5
Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville 6.6 mi 8.0
Jack Anderson Elementary Hendersonville 7.6 mi 8.7
Ruby Major Elementary Hermitage 7.6 mi 5.7
Gladeville Middle School Mt. Juliet 8.6 mi 8.1
Wilson Central High School Lebanon 8.2 mi 6.2
Dodson Elementary Hermitage 7.4 mi 6.9
SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin 9.0 mi 8.2

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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Boones Creek Elementary School Johnson City, TN 8.3
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Hillcrest Elementary Troy, TN 8.3
Lakeland Elementary School Lakeland, TN 8.3
Scales Elementary Brentwood, TN 8.3
Thurman Francis Arts Academy/Magnet School for the Arts Smyrna, TN 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Elementary

What grades does West Elementary serve?

West Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend West Elementary?

West Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 881 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Elementary rank in TN?

West Elementary ranks #229 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is West Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

West Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 West Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Elementary a charter school?

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

Is West Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
881
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wilson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

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

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