Excellent
#140 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 8% in state
Gene W. Brown Elementary
Elementary School · Sumner County
174 Imperial BLVD, Hendersonville, TN 37075
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#140 of 1,786
In Hendersonville
#4 of 16
public schools
In district
#7 of 50
Sumner County
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Gene W. Brown Elementary
Elementary School in Hendersonville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gene W. Brown Elementary
Gene W. Brown Elementary is a public elementary school in Hendersonville, TN, part of Sumner County. Gene W.
Brown Elementary serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Gene W. Brown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Gene W. Brown Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Gene W. Brown Elementary — Students at Gene W. Brown Elementary score 49% 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: 9.3/10.
How Gene W. Brown Elementary Compares
See how Gene W. Brown Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
174 Imperial BLVD, Hendersonville, TN 37075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gene W. Brown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakeside Park Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Walton Ferry Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nannie Berry Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hendersonville, see our Hendersonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HENDERSONVILLE BIBLE KINDERGARTEN Hendersonville | 0.3 mi | — |
| HENDRESONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hendersonville | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINING CENTER FOR TN/NCME Hendersonville | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| V G Hawkins Middle School Hendersonville | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Hendersonville High School Hendersonville | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Robert E Ellis Middle Hendersonville | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Merrol Hyde Magnet School Hendersonville | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Nannie Berry Elementary Hendersonville | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Lakeside Park Elementary Hendersonville | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF HENDERSONVILLE Hendersonville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Walton Ferry Elementary Hendersonville | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hendersonville | 2.0 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| RESTORING HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| George A Whitten Elementary Hendersonville | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II PREPARATORY SCHOOL Hendersonville | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| DuPont Elementary Old Hickory | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Old Hickory | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| DuPont Hadley Middle Old Hickory | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,597
Median Home Value
$403,400
Median Rent
$1,552/mo
Population
72,541
College Educated
42.1%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Chester Elementary School Henderson, TN | 8.7 |
| Fairview Elementary Heiskell, TN | 8.7 |
| Grassland Elementary Brentwood, TN | 8.7 |
| Holston View Elementary Bristol, TN | 8.7 |
| Huntingdon Primary Huntingdon, TN | 8.7 |
| John Adams Elementary School Kingsport, TN | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gene W. Brown Elementary
What grades does Gene W. Brown Elementary serve?
Gene W. Brown Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gene W. Brown Elementary?
Gene W. Brown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gene W. Brown Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gene W. Brown Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gene W. Brown Elementary rank in TN?
Gene W. Brown Elementary ranks #140 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Gene W. Brown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gene W. Brown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Gene W. Brown Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gene W. Brown Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gene W. Brown Elementary a charter school?
No, Gene W. Brown Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gene W. Brown Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gene W. Brown Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sumner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (615) 824-8633
Resources & Links
District
Sumner County- District Enrollment
- 30,661
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,191
- District Rank
- #7 of 50
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