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#139 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 8% in state

Jack Anderson Elementary

Elementary School · Sumner County

250 Shutes LN, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Enrollment

852

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#139 of 1,786

In Hendersonville

#3 of 16

public schools

In district

#6 of 50

Sumner County

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Jack Anderson Elementary

8.7/10

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

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7.5/10

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About Jack Anderson Elementary

Jack Anderson Elementary is a public elementary school in Hendersonville, TN, part of Sumner County. Jack Anderson Elementary serves approximately 852 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jack Anderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #139 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Jack Anderson Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+29.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism5.4%

Jack Anderson Elementary — Students at Jack Anderson Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 68.0% (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
56%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
73.9%
ELA
65.2%
2025
Math
68.6%
ELA
63.1%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Jack Anderson Elementary Compares

See how Jack Anderson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
92th percentile in TN
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.4%

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

250 Shutes LN, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack Anderson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beech Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dr. William Burrus Elementary at Drakes Creek (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nannie Berry Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hendersonville, see our Hendersonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Station Camp High School Gallatin 2.4 mi 7.5
Station Camp Middle School Gallatin 2.6 mi 9.0
Station Camp Elementary Gallatin 2.6 mi 8.0
Dr. William Burrus Elementary at Drakes Creek Hendersonville 2.3 mi 8.1
Knox Doss Middle School at Drakes Creek Hendersonville 2.3 mi 8.4
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hendersonville 3.0 mi
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville 3.0 mi 3.6
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF HENDERSONVILLE Hendersonville 3.1 mi
George A Whitten Elementary Hendersonville 3.1 mi 7.3
Sumner County Middle College High School Gallatin 3.6 mi 6.3
Nannie Berry Elementary Hendersonville 3.6 mi 8.1
Robert E Ellis Middle Hendersonville 3.6 mi 8.3
Hendersonville High School Hendersonville 3.8 mi 6.7
Lakeview Elementary School Mt. Juliet 4.6 mi 7.5
Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville 4.4 mi 8.0
Liberty Creek High School Gallatin 5.1 mi
Merrol Hyde Magnet School Hendersonville 4.3 mi 7.8
Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin 5.3 mi 8.7
Liberty Creek Elementary Gallatin 5.3 mi 7.6
Beech Elementary Hendersonville 5.1 mi 9.1

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

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School Rating
Apison Elementary School Apison, TN 8.7
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Edmondson Elementary Brentwood, TN 8.7
Lipscomb Elementary Brentwood, TN 8.7
Richland Elementary Memphis, TN 8.7
Salem Elementary School Murfreesboro, TN 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jack Anderson Elementary

What grades does Jack Anderson Elementary serve?

Jack Anderson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jack Anderson Elementary?

Jack Anderson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 852 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack Anderson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack Anderson Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jack Anderson Elementary rank in TN?

Jack Anderson Elementary ranks #139 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Jack Anderson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack Anderson 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 Jack Anderson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jack Anderson Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jack Anderson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Jack Anderson Elementary a Title I school?

No, Jack Anderson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
852
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.4%

District

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

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