Below Average
#1565 of 1,786 schools in TN
R T Fisher Alternative
School · Sumner County
455 North Boyers, Gallatin, TN 37066
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,565 of 1,786
In Gallatin
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#49 of 50
Sumner County
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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R T Fisher Alternative
School in Gallatin · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About R T Fisher Alternative
R T Fisher Alternative is a public school in Gallatin, TN, part of Sumner County. R T Fisher Alternative serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. R T Fisher Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,565 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for R T Fisher Alternative show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.4
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, R T Fisher Alternative is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at R T Fisher Alternative sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, R T Fisher Alternative sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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R T Fisher Alternative — Students at R T Fisher Alternative score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How R T Fisher Alternative Compares
See how R T Fisher Alternative 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
455 North Boyers, Gallatin, TN 37066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R T Fisher Alternative may also want to explore other schools in the area. Station Camp Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 5.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Union Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jack Anderson Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gallatin, see our Gallatin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Benny C. Bills Elementary School Gallatin | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Union Elementary School Gallatin | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BLEDSOE YOUTH ACADEMY Gallatin | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| E B Wilson Gallatin | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Vena Stuart Elementary Gallatin | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Howard Elementary Gallatin | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Gallatin Senior High School Gallatin | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Guild Elementary Gallatin | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Sumner County Middle College High School Gallatin | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon | 5.9 mi | — |
| Station Camp Middle School Gallatin | 5.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Station Camp Elementary Gallatin | 6.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Station Camp High School Gallatin | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Liberty Creek High School Gallatin | 6.8 mi | — |
| Jack Anderson Elementary Hendersonville | 7.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin | 7.4 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 |
|---|---|
| White Plains Academy Algood, TN | 4.4 |
| MACON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lafayette, TN | 4.5 |
| SEYMOUR COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seymour, TN | 4.5 |
| Putnam County VITAL Cookeville, TN | 4.3 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Old Hickory, TN | 4.6 |
| WHITE STONE ACADEMY Columbia, TN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R T Fisher Alternative
What grades does R T Fisher Alternative serve?
R T Fisher Alternative serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend R T Fisher Alternative?
R T Fisher Alternative has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R T Fisher Alternative?
The student-teacher ratio at R T Fisher Alternative is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R T Fisher Alternative rank in TN?
R T Fisher Alternative ranks #1,565 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is R T Fisher Alternative's MySchoolScout rating?
R T Fisher Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 R T Fisher Alternative?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R T Fisher Alternative has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is R T Fisher Alternative a charter school?
No, R T Fisher Alternative is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R T Fisher Alternative a Title I school?
No, R T Fisher Alternative is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sumner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.7%
- Phone
- (615) 451-6558
Resources & Links
District
Sumner County- District Enrollment
- 30,661
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,191
- District Rank
- #49 of 50
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