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Vena Stuart Elementary

Elementary School · Sumner County

780 Hart ST, Gallatin, TN 37066

Enrollment

723

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,076 of 1,786

In Gallatin

#11 of 16

public schools

In district

#44 of 50

Sumner County

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Vena Stuart Elementary

6.0/10

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

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About Vena Stuart Elementary

Vena Stuart Elementary is a public elementary school in Gallatin, TN, part of Sumner County. Vena Stuart Elementary serves approximately 723 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Vena Stuart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,076 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Vena Stuart Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Vena Stuart Elementary 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 Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-7.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-20.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Vena Stuart Elementary — Students at Vena Stuart Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.4% (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
32%
ELA
34%
2010
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
37.2%
ELA
27.3%
2025
Math
31.5%
ELA
27.7%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Vena Stuart Elementary Compares

See how Vena Stuart Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
40th percentile in TN
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

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

780 Hart ST, Gallatin, TN 37066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vena Stuart Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jack Anderson Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMNER ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gallatin, see our Gallatin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
E B Wilson Gallatin 0.2 mi 6.6
Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin 1.1 mi 6.5
R T Fisher Alternative Gallatin 1.0 mi 4.4
ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin 1.1 mi 7.7
Benny C. Bills Elementary School Gallatin 1.2 mi 4.0
BLEDSOE YOUTH ACADEMY Gallatin 1.4 mi 4.9
Guild Elementary Gallatin 1.8 mi 4.8
Union Elementary School Gallatin 1.7 mi 8.7
Gallatin Senior High School Gallatin 2.2 mi 5.1
Howard Elementary Gallatin 2.2 mi 7.8
Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin 2.4 mi 5.7
SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin 2.9 mi 8.2
Sumner County Middle College High School Gallatin 4.5 mi 6.3
JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon 5.0 mi
Station Camp Middle School Gallatin 6.7 mi 9.0
Station Camp Elementary Gallatin 6.9 mi 8.0
Station Camp High School Gallatin 7.1 mi 7.5
Jack Anderson Elementary Hendersonville 8.1 mi 8.7
Liberty Creek High School Gallatin 7.8 mi
Bethpage Elementary Bethpage 8.7 mi 6.8

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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Egypt Elementary Memphis, TN 6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vena Stuart Elementary

What grades does Vena Stuart Elementary serve?

Vena Stuart Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Vena Stuart Elementary?

Vena Stuart Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 723 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vena Stuart Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Vena Stuart Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vena Stuart Elementary rank in TN?

Vena Stuart Elementary ranks #1,076 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Vena Stuart Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Vena Stuart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Vena Stuart Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vena Stuart Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Vena Stuart Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Vena Stuart Elementary a Title I school?

No, Vena Stuart Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
723
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

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

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