Best Schools in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee
13 schools · 8 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Mt. Juliet by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Springdale Elementary School
Elementary · Wilson County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rutland Elementary
Elementary · Wilson County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West Elementary
Elementary · Wilson County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mt. Juliet for 2026 are Springdale Elementary School (8.5/10), Rutland Elementary (8.4/10), and West Elementary (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
13
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$451,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$451,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mt. Juliet
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Springdale Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Rutland Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | West Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Gladeville Middle School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Stoner Creek Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Mt. Juliet Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | W a Wright Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Lakeview Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Green Hill High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Elzie D Patton Elementary School | 7.4 / 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
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $109,306
- Median home value
- $451,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 47%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
85% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mt. Juliet compares
Tennessee rank
#15 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$109k
169% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee
Mt. Juliet's public school system runs 13 ranked schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels, all operating within Wilson County Schools. The city's average school score lands at 6.4 out of 10 — a solid baseline that reflects a district performing above the median for Tennessee suburban communities. What stands out is the concentration of high performers: 4 of those 13 schools, or 31%, score 7 or higher, which is a meaningful cluster for a city this size.
The strongest institution in Mt. Juliet is Green Hill High School, which scores 7.8 out of 10 — the top mark among all ranked schools in the city. Parents sending kids through the local pipeline can feel confident that the dominant high school destination is a genuine performer, not just the default option. At the elementary level, Springdale Elementary (7.7) and Stoner Creek Elementary (7.6) both rank close behind Green Hill, giving families real choice among strong options before their kids reach middle school. Gladeville Middle School ties Stoner Creek at 7.6 and is the clear standout at the middle school tier. West Wilson Middle School earns a 6.7 — above the city average but a step below the top cluster — worth noting for families mapping a specific feeder path.
The practical picture for parents: Mt. Juliet offers a schools landscape where the floor is decent and the ceiling is legitimate. A 6.4 average with four schools clearing 7.0 means you're unlikely to land in a poor-performing school, but school selection still matters. The spread between the top school (7.8) and the city average (6.4) is 1.4 points — enough of a gap that address and feeder-path research is worth the effort before buying or renting.
Families prioritizing elementary years should focus on the Springdale and Stoner Creek zones. Those with middle schoolers should look closely at Gladeville. High school is relatively straightforward — Green Hill anchors that tier at 7.8 and is the strongest single data point in the city. Mt. Juliet rewards a targeted search; the best schools here are genuinely good, not just the least-bad option.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 802 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 1,327 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 881 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 |
| 4 | 939 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 5 | 687 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 6 | 509 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 7 | 494 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 |
| 8 | 486 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 977 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 1,303 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 1,025 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,656 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 1,675 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Mt. Juliet
Mt. Juliet, Tennessee · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$109,306
Median Home Value
$451,800
Median Rent
$1,840/mo
Population
66,348
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Community Profile
Mt. Juliet has a median household income of $109,306. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $451,800, with a median rent of $1,840/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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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 Mt. Juliet, Tennessee
How many schools are in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
Mt. Juliet has 13 schools, including 13 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mt. Juliet is 7.6 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 Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Mt. Juliet on MySchoolScout is Springdale Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mt. Juliet on MySchoolScout is Springdale Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Mt. Juliet on MySchoolScout is Gladeville Middle School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Mt. Juliet on MySchoolScout is Green Hill High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
Mt. Juliet is served by 1 school district: Wilson County.
What is the education level in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 47% of adults in Mt. Juliet have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
The median household income in Mt. Juliet is approximately $109,306 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mt. Juliet is 17.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mt. Juliet, 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.