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#438 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 25% in state

Woodland Park Elementary

Elementary School · White County

88 Panther DR, Sparta, TN 38583

Enrollment

506

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#438 of 1,786

In Sparta

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

White County

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Woodland Park Elementary

7.7/10

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

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5.5/10

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6.6/10

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About Woodland Park Elementary

Woodland Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Sparta, TN, part of White County. Woodland Park Elementary serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #438 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Park Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,161
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Woodland Park Elementary — Students at Woodland Park Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 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
31%
ELA
31%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
30.1%
ELA
24.7%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
38.9%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Woodland Park Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in TN
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

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

88 Panther DR, Sparta, TN 38583

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Findlay Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cassville Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 8.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prescott South Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Cookeville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sparta, see our Sparta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.2 mi
School Distance Rating
White County High School Sparta 2.2 mi 5.5
White Co Middle School Sparta 2.4 mi 6.6
Findlay Elementary Sparta 3.3 mi 9.3
Doyle Elementary Doyle 4.6 mi 8.3
QUEBECK CHRISTIAN EDUCATION SATELLITE-UMBRELLA Quebeck 8.3 mi
Northfield Elementary School Sparta 9.0 mi 8.3
Cassville Elementary Sparta 8.0 mi 9.0
Bon De Croft Elementary Sparta 8.2 mi 8.8
Van Buren Co High School Spencer 10.8 mi 8.5
Spencer Elementary Spencer 10.8 mi 8.8
Prescott South Middle School Cookeville 14.2 mi 7.9
Prescott South Elementary Cookeville 14.3 mi 9.0
Putnam County VITAL Cookeville 16.9 mi 4.3
HEAVENLY HOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cookeville 16.8 mi 5.0
Park View Elementary Cookeville 17.0 mi 8.5
Capshaw Elementary Cookeville 17.3 mi 8.6
Avery Trace Middle School Cookeville 17.4 mi 7.2
Eastside Elementary Rock Island 15.9 mi 7.3
Cane Creek Elementary Cookeville 18.0 mi 8.5
Northeast Elementary Cookeville 18.2 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,285

Median Home Value

$199,400

Median Rent

$851/mo

Population

25,739

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

43.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Austin Peay Elementary School Covington, TN 7.7
Bowers Elementary Harriman, TN 7.7
Chapel Hill Elementary Chapel Hill, TN 7.7
Haynesfield Elementary Bristol, TN 7.7
Joppa Elementary Rutledge, TN 7.7
Journey East Academy Memphis, TN 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Park Elementary

What grades does Woodland Park Elementary serve?

Woodland Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Woodland Park Elementary?

Woodland Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Park Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Park Elementary rank in TN?

Woodland Park Elementary ranks #438 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Woodland Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Woodland Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Park Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodland Park Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Woodland Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Woodland Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
White County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

White County
District Enrollment
3,851
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,161
District Rank
#6 of 8

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