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Whiteville Elementary
Elementary School · Hardeman County Schools
P. O. Box 659, Whiteville, TN 38075
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,139 of 1,786
In district
#5 of 9
Hardeman County Schools
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Whiteville Elementary
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About Whiteville Elementary
Whiteville Elementary is a public elementary school in Whiteville, TN, part of Hardeman County Schools. Whiteville Elementary serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Whiteville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,139 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Whiteville Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Whiteville Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Whiteville 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.
32% of students at Whiteville Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Whiteville Elementary — Students at Whiteville Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Whiteville Elementary Compares
See how Whiteville Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P. O. Box 659, Whiteville, TN 38075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whiteville Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anderson Early Childhood (rated 8.1/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grand Junction Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Toone Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Toone), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Whiteville, see our Whiteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A.S.B. EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Whitsville | 3.1 mi | — |
| Bolivar Elementary Bolivar | 9.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Central High School Bolivar | 9.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Bolivar Middle School Bolivar | 9.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Toone Elementary Toone | 11.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School Somerville | 12.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center Somerville | 12.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School Somerville | 12.7 mi | 3.2 |
| East Jr. High School Somerville | 12.9 mi | 5.8 |
| FAYETTE ACADEMY Somerville | 14.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Sunny Hill Intermediate School Brownsville | 16.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Grand Junction Elementary Grand Junction | 19.2 mi | 7.8 |
| East Side Elementary Brownsville | 19.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Denmark Elementary Denmark | 18.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Haywood County Virtual Academy Brownsville | 19.9 mi | — |
| Haywood High School Brownsville | 20.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Anderson Early Childhood Brownsville | 20.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Haywood Elementary Brownsville | 20.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Haywood Middle School Brownsville | 20.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Hornsby Elementary Hornsby | 18.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,222
Median Home Value
$110,800
Median Rent
$910/mo
Population
6,857
College Educated
6.8%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fall-Hamilton Elementary Nashville, TN | 5.8 |
| G.R. Stuart Elementary Cleveland, TN | 5.8 |
| Hattie Cotton Elementary Nashville, TN | 5.8 |
| Monteagle Elementary Monteagle, TN | 5.8 |
| Robert Churchwell Elementary Nashville, TN | 5.8 |
| South Side Elementary Reagan, TN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whiteville Elementary
What grades does Whiteville Elementary serve?
Whiteville Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Whiteville Elementary?
Whiteville Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whiteville Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whiteville Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whiteville Elementary rank in TN?
Whiteville Elementary ranks #1,139 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Whiteville Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whiteville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Whiteville Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whiteville Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Whiteville Elementary a charter school?
No, Whiteville Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whiteville Elementary a Title I school?
No, Whiteville Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Hardeman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (731) 254-8013
Resources & Links
District
Hardeman County Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,207
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,701
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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