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Very Good

#639 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 36% in state

White Bluff Elementary

Elementary School · Dickson County

P. O. Box A RD, White Bluff, TN 37187

Enrollment

483

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#639 of 1,786

In White Bluff

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#6 of 17

Dickson County

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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White Bluff Elementary

7.1/10

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

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6.4/10

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5.5/10

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About White Bluff Elementary

White Bluff Elementary is a public elementary school in White Bluff, TN, part of Dickson County. White Bluff Elementary serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. White Bluff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #639 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for White Bluff Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

White Bluff Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,729
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

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

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (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
45%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
32.6%
ELA
38.6%
2025
Math
43.3%
ELA
47.1%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How White Bluff Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in TN
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

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 A RD, White Bluff, TN 37187

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Bluff Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kingston Springs Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Kingston Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakmont Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Dickson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in White Bluff, see our White Bluff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.6 mi
School Distance Rating
W James Middle School White Bluff 0.9 mi 6.4
Creek Wood High School Charlotte 4.3 mi 5.5
Stuart Burns Elementary Burns 5.7 mi 7.1
Burns Middle School Burns 6.0 mi 8.3
Kingston Springs Elementary Kingston Springs 6.5 mi 9.1
Harpeth Middle School Kingston Springs 7.2 mi 4.9
Harpeth High School Kingston Springs 7.4 mi 5.2
Charlotte Elementary Charlotte 8.0 mi 7.0
ARCH ACADEMY Kingston Springs 7.6 mi
Charlotte Middle School Charlotte 8.1 mi 6.2
New Directions Academy Charlotte 8.1 mi 5.2
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy Charlotte 8.1 mi 5.4
The Discovery School Dickson 8.9 mi 7.1
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dickson 9.5 mi 5.7
Westwood Elementary School Fairview 10.5 mi 8.5
Oakmont Elementary Dickson 9.6 mi 7.4
Pegram Elementary Fine Arts Magnet School Pegram 9.3 mi 5.6
Dickson County High School Dickson 9.4 mi 4.9
Special Services Dickson 9.5 mi 3.6
Dickson Middle School Dickson 9.6 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37187 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,049

Median Home Value

$283,100

Median Rent

$952/mo

Population

8,382

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

77.9%

Avg Commute

41.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

38.2

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Community Montessori School Jackson, TN 7.1
Glencliff Elementary Nashville, TN 7.1
J. Brown Elementary Columbia, TN 7.1
Jacksboro Elementary Jacksboro, TN 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Bluff Elementary

What grades does White Bluff Elementary serve?

White Bluff Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend White Bluff Elementary?

White Bluff Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Bluff Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at White Bluff Elementary is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Bluff Elementary rank in TN?

White Bluff Elementary ranks #639 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is White Bluff Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

White Bluff 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 White Bluff Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Bluff Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is White Bluff Elementary a charter school?

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

Is White Bluff Elementary a Title I school?

No, White Bluff 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
483
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Dickson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

Dickson County
District Enrollment
8,009
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,729
District Rank
#6 of 17

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