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#588 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 33% in state

George a Whitten Elementary

Elementary School · Sumner County

140 Scotch ST, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#588 of 1,786

In Hendersonville

#14 of 16

public schools

In district

#30 of 50

Sumner County

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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George a Whitten Elementary

7.3/10

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About George a Whitten Elementary

George a Whitten Elementary is a public elementary school in Hendersonville, TN, part of Sumner County. George a Whitten Elementary serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. George a Whitten Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #588 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for George a Whitten Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

George a Whitten Elementary — Students at George a Whitten Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 37.3% (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
28%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
41.3%
ELA
36.2%
2025
Math
38.4%
ELA
41.3%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How George a Whitten Elementary Compares

See how George a Whitten Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
67th percentile in TN
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

140 Scotch ST, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George a Whitten Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beech Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gene W. Brown Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jack Anderson Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hendersonville, see our Hendersonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF HENDERSONVILLE Hendersonville 1.1 mi
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hendersonville 1.1 mi
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville 1.1 mi 3.6
Dr. William Burrus Elementary at Drakes Creek Hendersonville 1.3 mi 8.1
Merrol Hyde Magnet School Hendersonville 1.3 mi 7.8
Knox Doss Middle School at Drakes Creek Hendersonville 1.4 mi 8.4
Robert E Ellis Middle Hendersonville 1.6 mi 8.3
Hendersonville High School Hendersonville 1.8 mi 6.7
Nannie Berry Elementary Hendersonville 1.9 mi 8.1
HENDRESONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hendersonville 2.0 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINING CENTER FOR TN/NCME Hendersonville 2.0 mi 6.5
Gene W. Brown Elementary Hendersonville 2.6 mi 8.7
HENDERSONVILLE BIBLE KINDERGARTEN Hendersonville 2.6 mi
Beech Elementary Hendersonville 3.1 mi 9.1
Beech Sr High School Hendersonville 3.1 mi 6.4
T. W. Hunter Middle School Hendersonville 3.3 mi 9.4
V G Hawkins Middle School Hendersonville 3.4 mi 7.5
Lakeside Park Elementary Hendersonville 3.8 mi 8.4
Jack Anderson Elementary Hendersonville 3.1 mi 8.7
Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville 4.0 mi 8.0

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

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Fairmount Elementary Bristol, TN 7.3
Hilham Elementary Hilham, TN 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George a Whitten Elementary

What grades does George a Whitten Elementary serve?

George a Whitten Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend George a Whitten Elementary?

George a Whitten Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George a Whitten Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at George a Whitten Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George a Whitten Elementary rank in TN?

George a Whitten Elementary ranks #588 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is George a Whitten Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

George a Whitten Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 George a Whitten Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George a Whitten Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George a Whitten Elementary a charter school?

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

Is George a Whitten Elementary a Title I school?

No, George a Whitten Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

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

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