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#291 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 16% in state

Harold B. Williams Elementary School

Elementary School · Sumner County

115 South Palmer Chapel RD, White House, TN 37188

Enrollment

706

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#291 of 1,786

In White House

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#18 of 50

Sumner County

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Harold B. Williams Elementary School

8.1/10

Elementary School in White House · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Harold B. Williams Elementary School

Harold B. Williams Elementary School is a public elementary school in White House, TN, part of Sumner County. Harold B.

Williams Elementary School serves approximately 706 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Harold B. Williams Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Harold B. Williams Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Harold B. Williams Elementary School — Students at Harold B. Williams Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
45%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
59.6%
ELA
57%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Harold B. Williams Elementary School Compares

See how Harold B. Williams Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in TN
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

Programs & Offerings

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

115 South Palmer Chapel RD, White House, TN 37188

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harold B. Williams Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakmont Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Cottontown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madison Creek Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Goodlettsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beech Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in White House, see our White House schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
White House High School White House 0.7 mi 6.1
White House Heritage Elementary School White House 1.5 mi 5.9
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 4-8 White House 2.3 mi 5.2
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 9-12 White House 2.3 mi 4.1
Robert F. Woodall Elementary White House 2.4 mi 7.7
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS White House 2.5 mi 5.5
White House Middle School White House 2.6 mi 8.1
THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY ACADEMY White House 3.0 mi
LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY White House 3.3 mi 4.9
White House Heritage High School White House 3.8 mi 5.2
Liberty Creek Elementary Gallatin 4.8 mi 7.6
T. W. Hunter Middle School Hendersonville 5.3 mi 9.4
Beech Sr High School Hendersonville 5.5 mi 6.4
Beech Elementary Hendersonville 5.5 mi 9.1
Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin 5.0 mi 8.7
Liberty Creek High School Gallatin 5.4 mi
Oakmont Elementary Cottontown 5.6 mi 9.6
Millersville Elementary Goodlettsville 6.0 mi 6.5
Madison Creek Elementary Goodlettsville 7.5 mi 9.4
East Robertson High School Cross Plains 7.6 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,412

Median Home Value

$305,900

Median Rent

$1,394/mo

Population

17,685

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Beaumont Elementary/Magnet Knoxville, TN 8.1
Byars Dowdy Elementary Lebanon, TN 8.1
Chester County Middle School Henderson, TN 8.1
Dandridge Elementary Dandridge, TN 8.1
Dr. William Burrus Elementary at Drakes Creek Hendersonville, TN 8.1
Gladeville Elementary Gladeville, TN 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harold B. Williams Elementary School

What grades does Harold B. Williams Elementary School serve?

Harold B. Williams Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harold B. Williams Elementary School?

Harold B. Williams Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 706 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harold B. Williams Elementary School?

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

How does Harold B. Williams Elementary School rank in TN?

Harold B. Williams Elementary School ranks #291 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Harold B. Williams Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harold B. Williams Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Harold B. Williams Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harold B. Williams Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harold B. Williams Elementary School a charter school?

No, Harold B. Williams Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harold B. Williams Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Harold B. Williams Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

District

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

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