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Very Good

#650 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 36% in state

West Hills Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

409 Vanosdale RD, Knoxville, TN 37919

Enrollment

721

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#650 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#25 of 82

public schools

In district

#25 of 88

Knox County

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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West Hills Elementary

7.1/10

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

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About West Hills Elementary

West Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. West Hills Elementary serves approximately 721 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. West Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #650 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for West Hills Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism18%

West Hills Elementary — Students at West Hills Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.5% (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
41%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
41.6%
2025
Math
47.4%
ELA
50%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How West Hills Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

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

409 Vanosdale RD, Knoxville, TN 37919

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bearden Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rocky Hill Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Amherst Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CUMBERLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville 0.3 mi 6.4
WEST HILLS BAPTIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Knoxville 0.6 mi
Bearden Middle School Knoxville 0.7 mi 5.6
STANFORD EISENBERG KNOXVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Knoxville 1.2 mi 6.1
ONESCHOOL GLOBAL - KNOXVILLE CAMPUS Knoxville 1.2 mi
Bearden High School Knoxville 1.3 mi 5.5
GIVING TREE MONTESSORI Knoxville 1.8 mi
Rocky Hill Elementary Knoxville 1.9 mi 8.1
WEST END ACADEMY Knoxville 2.3 mi
SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Knoxville 2.2 mi 6.8
Bearden Elementary Knoxville 2.3 mi 8.5
Knox Adaptive Education Center Knoxville 2.3 mi 5.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WEST KNOXVILLE Knoxville 2.9 mi
Amherst Elementary School Knoxville 3.3 mi 6.9
RIVERS EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville 3.4 mi 3.4
CEDAR SPRINGS WEEKDAY SCHOOL Knoxville 3.1 mi
Ridgedale Alternative School Knoxville 3.7 mi 3.2
West Valley Middle School Knoxville 3.4 mi 6.4
Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville 3.3 mi 5.4
Cedar Bluff Elementary Knoxville 3.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37919 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,863

Median Home Value

$453,000

Median Rent

$1,247/mo

Population

31,401

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

54.4%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Hills Elementary

What grades does West Hills Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend West Hills Elementary?

West Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 721 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West Hills Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Hills Elementary rank in TN?

West Hills Elementary ranks #650 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is West Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

West Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Hills Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Hills Elementary a charter school?

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

Is West Hills Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
721
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

District

Knox County
District Enrollment
60,604
Schools in District
94
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,187
District Rank
#25 of 88

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