Serving 577 students in grades 4-6, Westhills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westhills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westhills Elementary School's student population of 577 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Westhills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westhills Elementary School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1039 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
11%
21%
White
58%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhills Elementary School's ranking?
Westhills Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Westhills Elementary School often compared to?
Westhills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornersville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Westhills Elementary School?
577 students attend Westhills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Westhills Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westhills Elementary School?
Westhills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westhills Elementary School offer ?
Westhills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westhills Elementary School part of?
Westhills Elementary School is part of Marshall County School District.
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