The top reported proficiency rate is 77% in Math. The lowest is 64% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Amanda H. North Elementary School
Amanda H. North Elementary School is a regular public school in Spring Hill, Tennessee, serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of Williamson County Schools, a district highly regarded in the region. The school is relatively new, listed as having an operational status of "New" in the directory. It is not a charter school.
The student body is predominantly white, with smaller shares of Hispanic, Asian, two-or-more-races, and Black students. The school is of a moderate size for an elementary school. Information on how many students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, receive special education services, or are English learners was not provided, which is a gap a parent may want to explore directly with the school.
On the state's TNReady assessments, which are given to students in grades three through five, the school posted strong results. The overall proficiency rate across tested subjects placed the school above the midpoint among districts in Williamson County. In math, a large majority of students scored at the proficient or advanced level. In science, the share was also high. In English language arts, the proficiency rate was solid but slightly lower than in the other two subjects. Participation in the tests was complete, so the results reflect nearly the entire tested population. The school does not serve high school grades, so there is no graduation rate to report.
The surrounding housing market is expensive. Home values in the Spring Hill area are well above state and national benchmarks, and monthly mortgage costs on a typical home are steep. Rents are also high, though they are notably lower than a mortgage payment, making renting the more financially attainable option for many. The national median household income has been trending up, which provides some context, but the cost of entry to the local market is a real consideration for families. The unemployment rate has been stable and low.
Williamson County as a whole has been a fast-growing area in Middle Tennessee, and Spring Hill has seen significant residential development. The district did not appear to have any recent large-scale bond referendums, tax shifts, or major curriculum overhauls that were publicly reported and relevant to parents. A parent looking for the most current budget or program updates should check the district's website directly.
This is a school where the academic picture is clear and positive on the tested subjects. A family considering it should weigh the high cost of local housing against the school's strong performance. The missing data on economic diversity and special programs means a parent would want to ask the school directly about its support for students who need extra help. The student composition is what it is: a largely white population in a growing suburban setting. For a family that can manage the area's cost of living, this elementary school offers a well-regarded academic start within a larger district known for its outcomes.
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