Serving 731 students in grades 6-8, Sunset Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Middle School serves the eastern part of Brentwood, TN, covering an area of approximately 34.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Middle School's student population of 731 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the Sabers
School Rankings
Sunset Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Middle School is 0.45, 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
#41 out of 1728 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Asian
13%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange, Light Blue, and Navy
School Mascot
Saber
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Middle School's ranking?
Sunset Middle School is ranked #41 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Sunset Middle School often compared to?
Sunset Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Middle School, Mill Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Sunset Middle School?
731 students attend Sunset Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sunset Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Sunset Middle School offer ?
Sunset Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Middle School part of?
Sunset Middle School is part of Williamson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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