Below Average
#1478 of 1,786 schools in TN
Guild Elementary
Elementary School · Sumner County
1018 South Water ST, Gallatin, TN 37066
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,478 of 1,786
In Gallatin
#14 of 16
public schools
In district
#48 of 50
Sumner County
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Guild Elementary
Elementary School in Gallatin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Guild Elementary
Guild Elementary is a public elementary school in Gallatin, TN, part of Sumner County. Guild Elementary serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Guild Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,478 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Guild Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 7.7
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Guild Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Guild Elementary — Students at Guild Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.4/10.
How Guild Elementary Compares
See how Guild Elementary 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
1018 South Water ST, Gallatin, TN 37066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guild Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jack Anderson Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMNER ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gallatin, see our Gallatin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLEDSOE YOUTH ACADEMY Gallatin | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Gallatin Senior High School Gallatin | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| E B Wilson Gallatin | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| R T Fisher Alternative Gallatin | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Vena Stuart Elementary Gallatin | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Howard Elementary Gallatin | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Union Elementary School Gallatin | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Benny C. Bills Elementary School Gallatin | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Sumner County Middle College High School Gallatin | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon | 4.7 mi | — |
| Station Camp Middle School Gallatin | 5.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Station Camp Elementary Gallatin | 5.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Station Camp High School Gallatin | 5.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Jack Anderson Elementary Hendersonville | 6.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Liberty Creek High School Gallatin | 7.2 mi | — |
| Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin | 7.8 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 |
|---|---|
| Cannon South Elementary School Bradyville, TN | 4.8 |
| Fairlane Elementary Lafayette, TN | 4.8 |
| Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.8 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville, TN | 4.8 |
| Crump Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
| Eakin Elementary Shelbyville, TN | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guild Elementary
What grades does Guild Elementary serve?
Guild Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Guild Elementary?
Guild Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guild Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Guild Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Guild Elementary rank in TN?
Guild Elementary ranks #1,478 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Guild Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Guild Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Guild Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Guild Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Guild Elementary a charter school?
No, Guild Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Guild Elementary a Title I school?
No, Guild Elementary 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
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sumner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (615) 452-5583
Resources & Links
District
Sumner County- District Enrollment
- 30,661
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,191
- District Rank
- #48 of 50
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