Best Schools in Gallatin, Tennessee
20 schools · 9 Elementary · 4 Middle · 6 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Gallatin?
Use this page to compare every school in Gallatin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Station Camp Middle School
Middle · Sumner County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Union Elementary School
Elementary · Sumner County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Liberty Creek Middle School
Middle · Sumner County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Gallatin for 2026 are Station Camp Middle School (9.0/10), Union Elementary School (8.7/10), and Liberty Creek Middle School (8.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 17 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
20
17 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$376,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
20
17 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$376,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gallatin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (17 of 20). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Station Camp Middle School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Union Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Liberty Creek Middle School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Sumner Academy | 8.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Station Camp Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Howard Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 7 | St John Vianney Catholic School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Station Camp High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | E B Wilson | 6.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Joe Shafer Middle School | 6.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $78,049
- Median home value
- $376,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
47% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gallatin compares
Tennessee rank
#70 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$78k
120% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
19
About Schools in Gallatin, Tennessee
Gallatin, Tennessee operates 16 ranked public schools, giving families a real range of options across grade levels. The citywide average score sits at 5.8 out of 10 — a number that signals meaningful variation within the system. Where you enroll your child makes a measurable difference here.
The top of the rankings is genuinely strong. Liberty Creek Middle School leads the city at 8.3, the highest score among all ranked schools. Howard Elementary follows at 8.0, delivering a high-performing option at the elementary level. Station Camp Middle School scores 7.9, a second solid middle school choice for families. Union Elementary (7.6) and Liberty Creek Elementary (7.5) round out the top five. Altogether, six schools — 38% of Gallatin's public schools — score 7.0 or above, a meaningful concentration of quality at the upper end of the rankings.
Below that threshold, the picture shifts. The remaining 62% of schools sit under 7.0, pulling the citywide average down to 5.8. A near-midpoint average can obscure the real spread: some schools in the same system are performing nearly twice as well as others. Parents relying solely on the city average will miss that gap.
The practical move for families is to map your target schools before committing to a neighborhood. Liberty Creek Middle School and Liberty Creek Elementary are the city's top-performing pair in their respective grade levels, while Howard Elementary and Station Camp Middle School offer strong alternatives. If your children are in the K–8 window, these four schools anchor the strongest enrollment path Gallatin offers. Confirm attendance zone boundaries directly with the district before signing a lease or a purchase contract — zones can shift, and online maps do not always reflect current assignments.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 590 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 | ||
| 2 | 894 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 3 | 580 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 4 | 679 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 5 | 723 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 6 | 584 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 7 | 713 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Sumner Academy
Private
131 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.2 | ||
| 2 | St John Vianney Catholic School
Private
83 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.7 | ||
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 861 students · 6th–8th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 601 students · 6th–8th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 635 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 643 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,114 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 85 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 | ||
| 3 | 57 students · 11th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | 1,677 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 | ||
| 5 | 818 students · 9th–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Bledsoe Youth Academy
Private
30 students · 6th–12th | 4.9 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 128 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Gallatin
Gallatin, Tennessee · 20 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,049
Median Home Value
$376,100
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
62,404
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Community Profile
Gallatin has a median household income of $78,049. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $376,100, with a median rent of $1,305/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 6
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Tennessee
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Gallatin, Tennessee
How many schools are in Gallatin, Tennessee?
Gallatin has 20 schools, including 17 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gallatin, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gallatin is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Gallatin, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Gallatin on MySchoolScout is Station Camp Middle School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gallatin, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gallatin on MySchoolScout is Union Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Gallatin, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Gallatin on MySchoolScout is Station Camp Middle School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best high school in Gallatin, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Gallatin on MySchoolScout is Station Camp High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Gallatin, Tennessee?
Gallatin is served by 1 school district: Sumner County.
What is the education level in Gallatin, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Gallatin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gallatin, Tennessee?
The median household income in Gallatin is approximately $78,049 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Gallatin, Tennessee?
Yes, Gallatin has 3 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sumner Academy with a score of 8.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gallatin, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gallatin is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gallatin, Tennessee?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.