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Very Good

#492 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 28% in state

Willow Brook Elementary

Elementary School · Oak Ridge

298 Robertsville RD, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Enrollment

412

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#492 of 1,786

In Oak Ridge

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Oak Ridge

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Willow Brook Elementary

7.5/10

Elementary School in Oak Ridge · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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9.3/10

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About Willow Brook Elementary

Willow Brook Elementary is a public elementary school in Oak Ridge, TN, part of Oak Ridge. Willow Brook Elementary serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Brook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #492 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Willow Brook Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.3
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.8 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,761
Chronic Absenteeism24.8%

Willow Brook Elementary — Students at Willow Brook Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.2% (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
42%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
36.7%
ELA
31.9%
2025
Math
45.6%
ELA
45.6%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Willow Brook Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in TN
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

Location

298 Robertsville RD, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Willow Brook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Linden Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dyllis Springs Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Oliver Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oak Ridge, see our Oak Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Robertsville Middle School Oak Ridge 0.3 mi 5.9
Oak Ridge High School Oak Ridge 1.1 mi 5.8
Preschool Oak Ridge 1.5 mi 4.0
ST MARYS SCHOOL Oak Ridge 1.6 mi 7.5
Linden Elementary Oak Ridge 1.7 mi 9.3
Woodland Elementary Oak Ridge 2.0 mi 7.8
Norwood Elementary Oliver Springs 2.7 mi 6.7
Norwood Middle School Oliver Springs 2.8 mi 7.3
Jefferson Middle School Oak Ridge 3.1 mi 7.3
Grand Oaks Elementary Clinton 3.7 mi 7.9
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge 3.4 mi
Dyllis Springs Elementary Oliver Springs 3.7 mi 8.8
Oliver Springs Middle Oliver Springs 4.2 mi 7.4
Oliver Springs High School Oliver Springs 4.2 mi 6.4
Glenwood Elementary Oak Ridge 4.5 mi 8.4
MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs 6.6 mi 6.7
Hardin Valley Middle School Knoxville 7.5 mi 7.7
Hardin Valley Elementary Knoxville 7.6 mi 8.1
Hardin Valley Academy Knoxville 7.6 mi 5.5
Dutch Valley Elementary Clinton 8.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,795

Median Home Value

$234,500

Median Rent

$1,076/mo

Population

32,519

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

39.6

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Dover Elementary Dover, TN 7.5
East Side Elementary Elizabethton, TN 7.5
Elkton Elementary Elkton, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Willow Brook Elementary

What grades does Willow Brook Elementary serve?

Willow Brook Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Willow Brook Elementary?

Willow Brook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Brook Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Willow Brook Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Willow Brook Elementary rank in TN?

Willow Brook Elementary ranks #492 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Willow Brook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Willow Brook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Willow Brook Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Brook Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Willow Brook Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Willow Brook Elementary a Title I school?

No, Willow Brook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Willow Brook Elementary stack up?

Glenwood Elementary
8.4
Linden Elementary
9.3
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anderson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

District

Oak Ridge
District Enrollment
5,002
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,761
District Rank
#4 of 8

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