Below Average
#1640 of 1,786 schools in TN
Benny C. Bills Elementary School
Elementary School · Sumner County
1030 Union School RD, Gallatin, TN 37066
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,640 of 1,786
In Gallatin
#16 of 16
public schools
In district
#50 of 50
Sumner County
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Benny C. Bills Elementary School
Elementary School in Gallatin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Benny C. Bills Elementary School
Benny C. Bills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gallatin, TN, part of Sumner County. Benny C.
Bills Elementary School serves approximately 713 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Benny C. Bills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,640 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Benny C. Bills Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 7.7
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Benny C. Bills Elementary School — Students at Benny C. Bills Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How Benny C. Bills Elementary School Compares
See how Benny C. Bills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1030 Union School RD, Gallatin, TN 37066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benny C. Bills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jack Anderson Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMNER ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gallatin, see our Gallatin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| R T Fisher Alternative Gallatin | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Union Elementary School Gallatin | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| E B Wilson Gallatin | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Vena Stuart Elementary Gallatin | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| BLEDSOE YOUTH ACADEMY Gallatin | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Howard Elementary Gallatin | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Gallatin Senior High School Gallatin | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Guild Elementary Gallatin | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Sumner County Middle College High School Gallatin | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon | 6.2 mi | — |
| Station Camp Middle School Gallatin | 6.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Station Camp Elementary Gallatin | 6.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Station Camp High School Gallatin | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Liberty Creek High School Gallatin | 7.0 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND ACADEMY Portland | 8.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Jack Anderson Elementary Hendersonville | 8.0 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,049
Median Home Value
$376,100
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
62,404
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cordova Elementary Cordova, TN | 4.0 |
| LaVergne Lake Elementary School Lavergne, TN | 4.0 |
| Smyrna Primary Smyrna, TN | 4.0 |
| Arlington Elementary School Jackson, TN | 4.1 |
| Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis, TN | 4.1 |
| Leoma Elementary Leoma, TN | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benny C. Bills Elementary School
What grades does Benny C. Bills Elementary School serve?
Benny C. Bills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Benny C. Bills Elementary School?
Benny C. Bills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 713 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benny C. Bills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benny C. Bills Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benny C. Bills Elementary School rank in TN?
Benny C. Bills Elementary School ranks #1,640 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Benny C. Bills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benny C. Bills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Benny C. Bills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benny C. Bills Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Benny C. Bills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Benny C. Bills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benny C. Bills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Benny C. Bills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 713
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sumner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (615) 451-6577
Resources & Links
District
Sumner County- District Enrollment
- 30,661
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,191
- District Rank
- #50 of 50
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