For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 7,783 students in Gallatin, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gallatin, TN are Union Elementary School, Station Camp Elementary School and Station Camp Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gallatin, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gallatin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gallatin, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
516 Carson St
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-0737
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-0737
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Station Camp Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1020 Bison Trl
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 230-0387
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 230-0387
Gr: PK-5 | 974 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Station Camp Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
281 Big Station Camp Blvd
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 206-0116
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 206-0116
Gr: 6-8 | 904 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
805 Long Hollow Pike
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-3025
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-3025
Gr: PK-5 | 591 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Joe Shafer Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
240 Albert Gallatin Blvd
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-9100
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-9100
Gr: 6-8 | 670 students Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Vena Stuart Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
780 Hart St
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-1486
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-1486
Gr: PK-5 | 710 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
Guild Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1018 South Water St
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-5583
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-5583
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Benny C. Bills Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1030 Union School Rd
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 451-6577
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 451-6577
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Rucker Stewart Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
350 Hancock St
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-1734
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 452-1734
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1010.
R T Fisher Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
455 North Boyers
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 451-6558
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 451-6558
Gr: K-12 | 127 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
400 Wolfpack Way
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 206-3328
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 206-3328
Gr: K-5 | 735 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Wolfpack Way
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 206-3506
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 206-3506
Gr: 6-8 | 652 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Gallatin, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gallatin, TN include Union Elementary School, Station Camp Elementary School and Station Camp Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gallatin?
12 public elementary schools are located in Gallatin.
What is the racial composition of students in Gallatin?
Gallatin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Gallatin are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Gallatin include: Joe Shafer Middle School vs. Rucker Stewart Middle School, Rucker Stewart Middle School vs. Joe Shafer Middle School, Howard Elementary School vs. Station Camp Elementary School
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