Sumner County, TN - District Data

Original Research by School Decision on Sumner County

Sumner County Schools is a large, full-service district serving a broad swath of northern Middle Tennessee, from the suburban neighborhoods along the Cumberland River north to the Kentucky line. The district covers a mix of settings: the lakeside suburbs of Hendersonville and Gallatin, the smaller towns of Portland and White House, and the more rural communities of Westmoreland and Bethpage. Housing values vary noticeably across the county, with Hendersonville at the higher end and Westmoreland at the lower end, and rents follow a similar pattern. The district is the only one in Sumner County, so the comparison set that would normally place it among its neighbors is not available; there is no other district in the county to measure it against.

The district is large, serving students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade across a sizable number of schools. The student body is predominantly white, with a substantial Hispanic population and a smaller Black population, along with smaller shares of Asian, multiracial, and other groups. Data on the share of students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch was not available, and information on students with disabilities and English learners was also missing, so a full picture of the district's economic and support needs is incomplete.

On state assessments, Sumner County students in grades three through eight posted proficiency rates that varied by subject. Math proficiency was above the halfway mark, while English language arts proficiency was below that mark. Science and social studies both came in above the halfway mark, with social studies the strongest of the four subjects. Participation rates on these tests were complete, meaning nearly all students took the assessments. The district's graduation rate was not available in the data provided, so a key measure of high school completion cannot be assessed here.

The district operates a large number of schools, including comprehensive high schools, middle schools, and elementary schools, as well as a magnet school, an alternative school, and a middle college high school. The presence of a magnet school and a middle college option gives families some choice within the district. The district also includes a middle technical college high school, which points to career-focused pathways for students. The full range of program offerings, such as Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, or specific career and technical education programs, was not detailed in the available data.

Housing in Sumner County is generally above the national median home value, with a wide spread across the county. Hendersonville sits at the higher end, while Westmoreland and parts of Portland are more affordable. Rents are relatively consistent across the county, with a modest spread. The estimated monthly mortgage payment is higher than the typical rent, which is a common pattern in markets where home values have risen faster than rents. The county's housing market has seen modest year-over-year appreciation overall, though some areas have seen slight declines.

The district brief turned up little in the way of recent major changes or strategic initiatives that would be of lasting interest to a parent. That absence does not mean the district is static, but no publicly reported developments of note were found. Families looking for a detailed sense of the district's current direction may want to check the district's own communications or attend a school board meeting.

Sumner County Schools is a large, suburban-and-rural district with a broad geographic footprint and a student body that is mostly white but with meaningful Hispanic and Black populations. Academic proficiency on state tests is mixed, with math and English language arts below the levels that many families hope to see, while science and social studies are stronger. The district offers a range of school types, including a magnet school and early college options, which provide some specialized pathways. The absence of graduation rate data and economic-disadvantage data leaves gaps in the picture. Families considering the district will want to look closely at the specific school their child would attend, as the district's size means experiences can vary considerably from one building to another.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

30,661

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 13%

Black 10%

White 70%

Asian 2%

Two+ 4%

Am. Indian / AK Native 0%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

28%

53%

Gr 4

35%

61%

Gr 5

28%

53%

Gr 6

28%

55%

Gr 7

24%

50%

Gr 8

22%

45%

Gr 38

28%

53%

Math

Gr 3

27%

57%

Gr 4

31%

59%

Gr 5

32%

63%

Gr 6

36%

67%

Gr 7

35%

65%

Gr 8

35%

66%

Gr 38

33%

63%

Science

Gr 3

28%

57%

Gr 4

43%

66%

Gr 5

28%

58%

Gr 6

29%

62%

Gr 7

35%

62%

Gr 8

32%

60%

Gr 38

33%

61%

Social studies

Gr 6

32%

63%

Gr 7

44%

70%

Gr 8

35%

62%

Gr 38

37%

65%

Schools in this District

52 schools are officially reported under this district.

Robert E Ellis Middle

E B Wilson

J W Wiseman Elementary

Madison Creek Elementary

Jack Anderson Elementary

Joe Shafer Middle School

Vena Stuart Elementary

R T Fisher Alternative

Beech Elementary

Bethpage Elementary

Gallatin Senior High School

Guild Elementary

Gene W. Brown Elementary

Hendersonville High School

Howard Elementary

T. W. Hunter Middle School

Merrol Hyde Magnet School

Lakeside Park Elementary

Millersville Elementary

Nannie Berry Elementary

North Sumner Elementary

Oakmont Elementary

Portland High School

Portland East Middle School

Clyde Riggs Elementary

Union Elementary School

Rucker Stewart Middle

V G Hawkins Middle School

Walton Ferry Elementary

George A Whitten Elementary

Westmoreland Elementary

Westmoreland High School

White House High School

White House Middle School

Indian Lake Elementary

Watt Hardison Elementary

Beech Sr High School

Station Camp High School

Benny C. Bills Elementary School

Harold B. Williams Elementary School

Westmoreland Middle School

Station Camp Middle School

Station Camp Elementary

Knox Doss Middle School at Drakes Creek

Portland West Middle School

Portland Gateview Elementary School

Sumner County Middle College High School

Dr. William Burrus Elementary at Drakes Creek

Sumner County Middle Technical College High School at Portla

Liberty Creek Elementary

Liberty Creek Middle School

Liberty Creek High School

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

1 grade reported

59%

Grades 3-8

English Language Arts

1 grade reported

49%

Grades 3-8

Science

1 grade reported

57%

Grades 3-8

Social Studies

1 grade reported

61%

Grades 3-8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$397,561

Year-over-year change+1.3%

Range across 10 ZIP codes$287K to $518K

vs. state typical1.19x

vs. national typical1.08x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (10 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
37066	Gallatin	$443K	+0.6%	22.0%
37148	Portland	$332K	+0.6%	21.2%
37022	Bethpage	$352K	+2.4%	14.0%
37075	Hendersonville	$518K	+0.1%	11.2%
37186	Westmoreland	$287K	+2.6%	11.0%
37048	Walnut Grove	$483K	+2.3%	8.4%
37031	Castalian Springs	$426K	+4.1%	5.7%
37072	Goodlettsville	$407K	-1.1%	5.0%
37188	White House	$390K	-1.0%	1.6%
37049	Cross Plains	$421K	+0.4%	0.0%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$1,706/mo

Year-over-year change+0.6%

Range across 5 ZIP codes$1,655 to $1,804/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (5 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
37066	Gallatin	$1,674	+0.9%	22.0%
37148	Portland	$1,748	—	21.2%
37075	Hendersonville	$1,655	-0.3%	11.2%
37072	Goodlettsville	$1,756	+1.8%	5.0%
37188	White House	$1,804	-1.4%	1.6%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$2,006/mo

Home price / national median income4.8x

Annual rent / national median income24.4%

Est. mortgage exceeds rent by$300/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$334,075 (+0.3% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

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