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Rucker Stewart Middle

Middle School · Sumner County

350 Hancock ST, Gallatin, TN 37066

Enrollment

643

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,196 of 1,786

In Gallatin

#12 of 16

public schools

In district

#45 of 50

Sumner County

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Rucker Stewart Middle

5.7/10

Middle School in Gallatin · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gallatin Senior High School

5.1/10

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7.8/10

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About Rucker Stewart Middle

Rucker Stewart Middle is a public middle school in Gallatin, TN, part of Sumner County. Rucker Stewart Middle serves approximately 643 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rucker Stewart Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,196 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Rucker Stewart Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Rucker Stewart Middle 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Rucker Stewart Middle — Students at Rucker Stewart Middle score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
19%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
26%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
30.4%
ELA
20.2%
2025
Math
31.2%
ELA
27.6%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Rucker Stewart Middle Compares

See how Rucker Stewart Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in TN
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

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

350 Hancock ST, Gallatin, TN 37066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rucker Stewart Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Station Camp Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Creek Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 6.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joe Shafer Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gallatin, see our Gallatin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Gallatin Senior High School Gallatin 0.3 mi 5.1
Howard Elementary Gallatin 0.9 mi 7.8
SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin 0.9 mi 8.2
BLEDSOE YOUTH ACADEMY Gallatin 1.0 mi 4.9
Guild Elementary Gallatin 1.1 mi 4.8
ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin 1.7 mi 7.7
Union Elementary School Gallatin 1.8 mi 8.7
R T Fisher Alternative Gallatin 1.9 mi 4.4
E B Wilson Gallatin 2.2 mi 6.6
Benny C. Bills Elementary School Gallatin 2.5 mi 4.0
Sumner County Middle College High School Gallatin 2.2 mi 6.3
Vena Stuart Elementary Gallatin 2.4 mi 6.0
Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin 2.8 mi 6.5
Station Camp Middle School Gallatin 4.5 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 5.7 mi 8.7
JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon 5.8 mi
Liberty Creek High School Gallatin 6.1 mi
Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin 6.6 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rucker Stewart Middle

What grades does Rucker Stewart Middle serve?

Rucker Stewart Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Rucker Stewart Middle?

Rucker Stewart Middle has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rucker Stewart Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Rucker Stewart Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rucker Stewart Middle rank in TN?

Rucker Stewart Middle ranks #1,196 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Rucker Stewart Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Rucker Stewart Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Rucker Stewart Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rucker Stewart Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rucker Stewart Middle a charter school?

No, Rucker Stewart Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rucker Stewart Middle a Title I school?

No, Rucker Stewart Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

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

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