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Whites Creek High

Davidson County, Tennessee

F
Needs Improvement

1.2 / 5.0

F1.2 / 5.0
Needs Improvement

High School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Whites Creek High earned an overall grade of F with a score of 1.2 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of high schools in Davidson County. The school ranks #156 out of 159 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.0.

This rating indicates that Whites Creek High is facing significant challenges in meeting the state's accountability standards and may benefit from targeted support and intervention.

Needs ImprovementFNeeds ImprovementFBelow AverageDBelow AverageD

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

30% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Below Average

D
2.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

10% weight

Below Average

D
2.0/ 5.0

Evaluates how well a school prepares students for life after graduation through ACT scores, graduation rates, and career readiness.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

F 50%
F 30%
D 10%
D 10%

The final score of 1.2is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 11.6% of students at Whites Creek High demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in ELA (High) at 19.1%, while Math (High) at 7.7% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

ELA (High): 19.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (High): 7.7% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (High): 10.5% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (High): 9.0% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

Whites Creek High shows limited overall academic growth with an average score of 1.5 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Numeracy

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Science

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Social Studies

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 11.5% of all students at Whites Creek High demonstrated proficiency on state assessments.

All Students
11.5%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
10.6%

Below the proficiency benchmark

College & Career Readiness

Metrics that measure how well students are prepared for postsecondary success.

College and career readiness is a critical indicator of long-term student outcomes. Whites Creek High reports a ready graduate rate of 6.0%.

Overall Rate
37.3%

Moderate performance

ACT Ready
6.0%

Area for improvement

Postsecondary
32.5

Reported metric

Industry Cert
<5%

Reported metric

Military Ready
15.1%

Area for improvement

How Does Whites Creek High Compare?

Overall score compared to the Davidson County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 1.2, Whites Creek High is below the Davidson County average of 3.0 and well below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 159 schools in Davidson County, this school holds the #156 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whites Creek High’s performance data.

What grade did Whites Creek High receive?
Whites Creek High received an overall grade of F (Needs Improvement) with a score of 1.2 out of 5.0 for the 2023-24 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and college and career readiness indicators.
How does Whites Creek High compare to other Davidson County schools?
Whites Creek High ranks #156 out of 159 schools in Davidson County. The county average score is 3.0, and Whites Creek High’s score of 1.2 is below that average. The school has opportunities to close the gap with higher-performing schools in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Whites Creek High?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Whites Creek High’s average growth score of 1.5 out of 5.0 indicates limited year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Whites Creek High above or below the state average?
Whites Creek High’s score of 1.2 is well below the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school has room to improve to reach the statewide benchmark.
Which subjects are strongest at Whites Creek High?
The highest proficiency rate is in ELA (High) at 19.1%, while the lowest is in Math (High) at 7.7%. Across all 4 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 11.6%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2023-24 School Year