Brentwood High School is a public high school located in Brentwood, Tennessee, United States. The school serves the north central section of Williamson County for students in grades 9–12. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 1,647 students in grades 9-12, Brentwood High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brentwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brentwood High School's student population of 1,647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1982
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Brentwood High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brentwood High School is 0.34, which is less 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
#75 out of 1761 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
81%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brentwood High School's ranking?
Brentwood High School is ranked #75 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Brentwood High School often compared to?
Brentwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ravenwood High School, Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brentwood High School?
The graduation rate of Brentwood High School is 98%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brentwood High School?
1,647 students attend Brentwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Brentwood High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brentwood High School?
Brentwood High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brentwood High School offer ?
Brentwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brentwood High School part of?
Brentwood High School is part of Williamson County School District.
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