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#289 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 16% in state

White House Middle School

Middle School · Sumner County

2020 Highway 31 West, White House, TN 37188

Enrollment

779

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#289 of 1,786

In White House

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#16 of 50

Sumner County

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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White House Middle School

8.1/10

Middle School in White House · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About White House Middle School

White House Middle School is a public middle school in White House, TN, part of Sumner County. White House Middle School serves approximately 779 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. White House Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for White House Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+24.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment6.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism15%

White House Middle School — Students at White House Middle School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 47.9% (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

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
18%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
25%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
52.8%
ELA
43.3%
2025
Math
63.5%
ELA
44.8%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How White House Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in TN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

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

2020 Highway 31 West, White House, TN 37188

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White House Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. T. W. Hunter Middle School (rated 9.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Creek Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Gallatin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 4-8 (rated 5.2/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in White House, see our White House schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY White House 0.7 mi 4.9
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS White House 2.2 mi 5.5
THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY ACADEMY White House 2.6 mi
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 4-8 White House 2.7 mi 5.2
Tennessee Connections Academy Johnson County 9-12 White House 2.7 mi 4.1
White House Heritage Elementary School White House 2.8 mi 5.9
Robert F. Woodall Elementary White House 2.9 mi 7.7
Harold B. Williams Elementary School White House 2.6 mi 8.1
White House Heritage High School White House 3.1 mi 5.2
White House High School White House 2.9 mi 6.1
Millersville Elementary Goodlettsville 3.9 mi 6.5
Madison Creek Elementary Goodlettsville 6.0 mi 9.4
T. W. Hunter Middle School Hendersonville 5.4 mi 9.4
Watauga Elementary Ridgetop 5.1 mi 6.8
Beech Sr High School Hendersonville 5.5 mi 6.4
Beech Elementary Hendersonville 5.5 mi 9.1
RIDGETOP ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ridgetop 5.2 mi
Liberty Creek Elementary Gallatin 6.1 mi 7.6
METRO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goodlettsville 7.4 mi 5.9
Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin 6.4 mi 8.7

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

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Arlington Middle Arlington, TN 8.1
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Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville, TN 8.1
Freedom Middle School Franklin, TN 8.2
Portland West Middle School Portland, TN 8.0
W O Inman Middle School Paris, TN 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White House Middle School

What grades does White House Middle School serve?

White House Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend White House Middle School?

White House Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 779 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at White House Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White House Middle School rank in TN?

White House Middle School ranks #289 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is White House Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

White House Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 White House Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White House Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is White House Middle School a charter school?

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

Is White House Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
779
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

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

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