Very Good
#401 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 22% in state
Howard Elementary
Elementary School · Sumner County
805 Long Hollow PIKE, Gallatin, TN 37066
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#401 of 1,786
In Gallatin
#5 of 16
public schools
In district
#23 of 50
Sumner County
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Howard Elementary
Elementary School in Gallatin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Howard Elementary
Howard Elementary is a public elementary school in Gallatin, TN, part of Sumner County. Howard Elementary serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #401 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Howard Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Howard Elementary — Students at Howard Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above 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: 8.4/10.
How Howard Elementary Compares
See how Howard Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
805 Long Hollow PIKE, Gallatin, TN 37066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jack Anderson Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUMNER ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gallatin, see our Gallatin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gallatin Senior High School Gallatin | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| BLEDSOE YOUTH ACADEMY Gallatin | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Union Elementary School Gallatin | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| R T Fisher Alternative Gallatin | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Guild Elementary Gallatin | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Benny C. Bills Elementary School Gallatin | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| E B Wilson Gallatin | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Vena Stuart Elementary Gallatin | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Sumner County Middle College High School Gallatin | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Station Camp Middle School Gallatin | 4.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Station Camp Elementary Gallatin | 4.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Station Camp High School Gallatin | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Jack Anderson Elementary Hendersonville | 6.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Liberty Creek High School Gallatin | 5.7 mi | — |
| JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon | 6.3 mi | — |
| Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin | 6.3 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 |
|---|---|
| Barger Academy of Fine Arts Chattanooga, TN | 7.8 |
| Discovery School Murfreesboro, TN | 7.8 |
| Eastview Elementary Greeneville, TN | 7.8 |
| Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville, TN | 7.8 |
| KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary Antioch, TN | 7.8 |
| Kenrose Elementary Brentwood, TN | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard Elementary
What grades does Howard Elementary serve?
Howard Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Howard Elementary?
Howard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard Elementary rank in TN?
Howard Elementary ranks #401 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Howard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Howard Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howard Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Howard Elementary a charter school?
No, Howard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howard Elementary a Title I school?
No, Howard 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
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sumner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (615) 452-3025
Resources & Links
District
Sumner County- District Enrollment
- 30,661
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,191
- District Rank
- #23 of 50
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