Serving 455 students in grades 4-8, Waverly Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). 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 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waverly Jr High School's student population of 455 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Waverly Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly Jr High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1167 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
6%
21%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Waverly Jr High School's ranking?
Waverly Jr High School is ranked #1167 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Waverly Jr High School often compared to?
Waverly Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School, Mc Ewen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Waverly Jr High School?
455 students attend Waverly Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Waverly Jr High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly Jr High School?
Waverly Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waverly Jr High School offer ?
Waverly Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waverly Jr High School part of?
Waverly Jr High School is part of Humphreys County School District.
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