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#511 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 29% in state

White House High School

High School · Sumner County

508 Tyree Springs RD, White House, TN 37188

Enrollment

804

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In White House

#2 of 8

public schools

Tennessee high schools

#71 of 361

In district

#14 of 50

Sumner County

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About White House High School

White House High School serves 804 students in grades 9-12 in White House, Tennessee, maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1 with 56 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned strong recognition, ranking #248 out of 1,796 Tennessee high schools and achieving a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. Academically, the school demonstrates particular strength in science, where 67% of students score proficient or above, well exceeding typical performance levels.

Social studies also shows solid results with 56% proficiency. Reading and language arts maintain steady performance at 49% proficient or above, while mathematics presents an area with room for growth at 28% proficiency. The school serves a stable community where families enjoy a median household income of $85,731 and median home values of $284,300.

With only a 5.4% poverty rate, the neighborhood provides a supportive environment for education, though 24% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating a mixed educational background among families. White House High School operates in a town setting on the fringe of an urban area, offering students both small-town community feel and access to broader metropolitan opportunities throughout Sumner County.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.8%
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.6%
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.8 pts
Overall Proficiency51%
Expected (poverty-adj.)50%
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation14.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.4Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,286

White House High School — Students at White House High School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.9%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 48.5%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 8 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
26%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
43.8%
ELA
58.6%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How White House High School Compares

See how White House High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in TN
Academic
8.0/10
8.0/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
6.4/10
Above average

Location

508 Tyree Springs RD, White House, TN 37188

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White House High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Beech Sr High School (rated 7.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Robertson High School (rated 4.5/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Cross Plains), a more accessible option. Additionally, Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 9-12 (rated 3.4/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in White House, see our White House schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Harold B. Williams Elementary School White House 0.7 mi 5.3
White House Heritage Elementary School White House 0.9 mi 6.1
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 4-8 White House 1.8 mi 3.0
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 9-12 White House 1.8 mi 3.4
Robert F. Woodall Elementary White House 1.9 mi 5.6
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS White House 2.2 mi 5.5
THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY ACADEMY White House 2.6 mi
White House Middle School White House 2.9 mi 7.5
LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY White House 3.6 mi 4.9
White House Heritage High School White House 3.4 mi 2.7
Liberty Creek Elementary Gallatin 5.4 mi 6.7
Oakmont Elementary Cottontown 5.2 mi 9.4
T. W. Hunter Middle School Hendersonville 6.0 mi 8.4
Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin 5.6 mi 7.6
Beech Sr High School Hendersonville 6.2 mi 7.2
Beech Elementary Hendersonville 6.2 mi 7.3
Liberty Creek High School Gallatin 6.0 mi
Millersville Elementary Goodlettsville 6.5 mi 4.9
East Robertson High School Cross Plains 6.9 mi 4.5
Madison Creek Elementary Goodlettsville 8.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,412

Median Home Value

$305,900

Median Rent

$1,394/mo

Population

17,685

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

35.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding White House High School has a median household income of $87,412. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $305,900, with a median rent of $1,394/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts Chattanooga, TN 7.4
Gibbs High School Corryton, TN 7.4
Nashville School Of The Arts Nashville, TN 7.4
Cascade High School Wartrace, TN 7.5
Hardin County High School Savannah, TN 7.5
Heritage High School Maryville, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White House High School

What grades does White House High School serve?

White House High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend White House High School?

White House High School has an enrollment of approximately 804 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White House High School?

The student-teacher ratio at White House High School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White House High School rank in TN?

White House High School is ranked #511 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is White House High School's MySchoolScout rating?

White House High School has a composite rating of 7.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at White House High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, White House High School has 27.9% math proficiency and 48.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is White House High School a charter school?

No, White House High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is White House High School a Title I school?

No, White House High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (971/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (White House). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sumner County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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