Gallatin High School is one of three public high schools in Gallatin, Tennessee. The school is located at 700 Dan P. Herron Drive in Gallatin and the current principal is Ron Becker. It is part of Sumner County Schools.
Serving 1,677 students in grades 9-12, Gallatin Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallatin Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gallatin Senior High School's student population of 1,677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Mascot
Green Wave
School Rankings
Gallatin Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallatin Senior High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#973 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
24%
21%
White
48%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Green Wave
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallatin Senior High School's ranking?
Gallatin Senior High School is ranked #973 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gallatin Senior High School often compared to?
Gallatin Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Station Camp High School, Hendersonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gallatin Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Gallatin Senior High School is 91%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gallatin Senior High School?
1,677 students attend Gallatin Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gallatin Senior High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallatin Senior High School?
Gallatin Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gallatin Senior High School offer ?
Gallatin Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallatin Senior High School part of?
Gallatin Senior High School is part of Sumner County School District.
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