Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gene W. Brown Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gene W. Brown Elementary serves the southwest part of Hendersonville, TN, covering an approximate area of 4.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gene W. Brown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gene W. Brown Elementary School's student population of 391 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
Vision: Gene Brown Elementary is a collaborative learning environment committed to exemplary student, teacher, and community achievement.
School Rankings
Gene W. Brown Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gene W. Brown Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#276 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
30%
16%
Black
8%
20%
White
55%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gene W. Brown Elementary School's ranking?
Gene W. Brown Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gene W. Brown Elementary School often compared to?
Gene W. Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nannie Berry Elementary School, George A Whitten Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Gene W. Brown Elementary School?
391 students attend Gene W. Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Gene W. Brown Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Gene W. Brown Elementary School offer ?
Gene W. Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gene W. Brown Elementary School part of?
Gene W. Brown Elementary School is part of Sumner County School District.
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