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#783 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 44% in state

Bethpage Elementary

Elementary School · Sumner County

420 Old Highway 31 E, Bethpage, TN 37022

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#783 of 1,786

In Bethpage

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#34 of 50

Sumner County

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Bethpage Elementary

6.8/10

Elementary School in Bethpage · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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About Bethpage Elementary

Bethpage Elementary is a public elementary school in Bethpage, TN, part of Sumner County. Bethpage Elementary serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethpage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #783 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Bethpage Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Bethpage Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+14.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Bethpage Elementary — Students at Bethpage Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
63.3%
ELA
31%
2025
Math
53.9%
ELA
55.5%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Bethpage Elementary Compares

See how Bethpage Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
56th percentile in TN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

420 Old Highway 31 E, Bethpage, TN 37022

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethpage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Gallatin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westside Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Westmoreland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Howard Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Gallatin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bethpage, see our Bethpage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Westmoreland Middle School Westmoreland 7.0 mi 7.3
Westmoreland Elementary Westmoreland 7.1 mi 7.2
Westmoreland High School Westmoreland 7.1 mi 6.3
North Sumner Elementary Bethpage 8.4 mi 7.2
Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin 8.4 mi 6.5
Vena Stuart Elementary Gallatin 8.7 mi 6.0
E B Wilson Gallatin 8.9 mi 6.6
Westside Elementary Westmoreland 8.3 mi 8.2
Benny C. Bills Elementary School Gallatin 8.7 mi 4.0
JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon 10.1 mi
R T Fisher Alternative Gallatin 9.2 mi 4.4
Trousdale Co High School Hartsville 9.1 mi 7.1
ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin 9.4 mi 7.7
Union Elementary School Gallatin 9.6 mi 8.7
BLEDSOE YOUTH ACADEMY Gallatin 10.0 mi 4.9
Guild Elementary Gallatin 10.4 mi 4.8
Jim Satterfield Middle School Hartsville 10.4 mi 7.6
Howard Elementary Gallatin 10.6 mi 7.8
Gallatin Senior High School Gallatin 10.8 mi 5.1
Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin 11.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,250

Median Home Value

$244,000

Median Rent

$1,113/mo

Population

6,036

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

85.6%

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethpage Elementary

What grades does Bethpage Elementary serve?

Bethpage Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bethpage Elementary?

Bethpage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethpage Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethpage Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bethpage Elementary rank in TN?

Bethpage Elementary ranks #783 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Bethpage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethpage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Bethpage Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bethpage Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bethpage Elementary a charter school?

No, Bethpage Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bethpage Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bethpage Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

Sumner County
District Enrollment
30,661
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,191
District Rank
#34 of 50

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