School Report CardHigh SchoolGrainger County

Washburn School

Grainger County, Tennessee

C
Satisfactory

3.2 / 5.0

C3.2 / 5.0
Satisfactory

High School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Washburn School earned an overall grade of C with a score of 3.2 out of 5.0, placing it among the lower half of high schools in Grainger County. The school ranks #4 out of 6 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.5.

This satisfactory rating indicates that Washburn School is meeting many of the state's accountability benchmarks, with some areas showing room for continued improvement.

AverageCAverageCAverageCExcellentA

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

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

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

30% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

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

10% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

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

10% weight

Excellent

A
5.0/ 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

C 50%
C 30%
C 10%
A 10%

The final score of 3.2is 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 31.5% of students at Washburn School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Science (Elementary) at 47.6%, while Math (High) at 18.1% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

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

ELA (Elementary): 35.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Math (Elementary): 27.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Elementary): 47.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

ELA (Middle): 26.8% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (Middle): 26.5% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Middle): 38.8% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Social Studies (Middle): 26.5% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

ELA (High): 29.9% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (High): 18.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (High): 38.3% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Growth Indicators

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

Washburn School shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.8 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

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Science

4.0
of 5.0

Exceeding expectations

Social Studies

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 29.4% of all students at Washburn School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments. Among economically disadvantaged students, the rate was 16.5%, representing a 12.9 percentage point gap that warrants attention.

All Students
29.4%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
16.5%

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. Washburn School reports a ready graduate rate of 14.3%.

Overall Rate
71.4%

Strong performance

ACT Ready
14.3%

Area for improvement

Postsecondary
45.7

Reported metric

Industry Cert
51.4%

Strong performance

Military Ready
22.9%

Area for improvement

How Does Washburn School Compare?

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

With a score of 3.2, Washburn School is below the Grainger County average of 3.5 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 6 schools in Grainger County, this school holds the #4 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washburn School’s performance data.

What grade did Washburn School receive?
Washburn School received an overall grade of C (Satisfactory) with a score of 3.2 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 Washburn School compare to other Grainger County schools?
Washburn School ranks #4 out of 6 schools in Grainger County. The county average score is 3.5, and Washburn School’s score of 3.2 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 Washburn School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Washburn School’s average growth score of 2.8 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Washburn School above or below the state average?
Washburn School’s score of 3.2 is 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 Washburn School?
The highest proficiency rate is in Science (Elementary) at 47.6%, while the lowest is in Math (High) at 18.1%. Across all 10 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 31.5%.

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