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#866 of 1,786 schools in TN

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Brentwood High School

High School · Williamson County

5304 Murray LN, Brentwood, TN 37027

Enrollment

1,647

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#866 of 1,786

In Brentwood

#14 of 14

public schools

In district

#43 of 50

Williamson County

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Brentwood High School

6.6/10

High School in Brentwood · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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About Brentwood High School

Brentwood High School is a public high school in Brentwood, TN, part of Williamson County. Brentwood High School serves approximately 1,647 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brentwood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #866 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Brentwood High School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+29.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+46.6 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+19.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation68.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,899

Brentwood High School — Students at Brentwood High School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 85.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
76%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
84%
2025
Math
68.5%
ELA
87.4%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Brentwood High School Compares

See how Brentwood High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
52th percentile in TN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
68.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·30 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5304 Murray LN, Brentwood, TN 37027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brentwood High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Percy Priest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Another option is CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brentwood Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Brentwood Middle School Brentwood 0.3 mi 8.7
BRENTWOOD ACADEMY Brentwood 1.2 mi 5.2
OTTER CREEK KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Brentwood 1.2 mi 5.0
GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB Brentwood 1.5 mi 5.2
Lipscomb Elementary Brentwood 1.9 mi 8.7
Scales Elementary Brentwood 1.8 mi 8.3
BENTON HALL ACADEMY Nashville 2.4 mi 7.3
CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY Brentwood 2.7 mi 8.9
Percy Priest Elementary Nashville 3.3 mi 9.0
Woodland Middle School Brentwood 3.5 mi 8.0
Crockett Elementary Brentwood 3.5 mi 7.9
COOL SPRINGS MONTESSORI Franklin 4.4 mi
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brentwood 3.8 mi 6.4
Grassland Elementary Brentwood 3.8 mi 8.7
Granbery Elementary Brentwood 4.1 mi 7.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FRANKLIN Franklin 4.7 mi
Grassland Middle School Franklin 4.0 mi 7.0
CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY Nashville 4.2 mi 6.3
MONTESSORI CENTRE Nashville 5.0 mi
THE OAK HILL SCHOOL Nashville 4.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,002

Median Home Value

$844,500

Median Rent

$2,141/mo

Population

61,961

College Educated

74%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

43.5

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West High School Knoxville, TN 6.5
Farragut High School Knoxville, TN 6.7
Hendersonville High School Hendersonville, TN 6.7
Heritage High School Maryville, TN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brentwood High School

What grades does Brentwood High School serve?

Brentwood High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brentwood High School?

Brentwood High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,647 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brentwood High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brentwood High School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brentwood High School rank in TN?

Brentwood High School ranks #866 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Brentwood High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brentwood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Brentwood High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brentwood High School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brentwood High School a charter school?

No, Brentwood High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brentwood High School a Title I school?

No, Brentwood High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,647
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
84
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Williamson County
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

Williamson County
District Enrollment
41,909
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,899
District Rank
#43 of 50

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