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 1,644 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%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,644 students
- 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 1,644 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,644 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
110 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
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 0.62. 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
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
24%
16%
Black
23%
20%
White
48%
57%
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
44%
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
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?
1,644 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 Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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