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Wilson County Director of Schools Jeff Luttrell
Once again the topic of building new schools came up during November’s Wilson County Commission meeting.
Wilson County Director of Schools Jeff Luttrell gave his report, mentioning several schools are nearing capacity, and any that have reached at least 80% capacity catch the School Board’s attention.
“Total enrollment for pre-k through 12th grade is 20,763 students, so probably going to see 21,000 this yearâ€, Luttrell said during the Nov. 17 County Commission meeting.
Rutland Elementary is at 97% capacity, and Gladeville Elementary is at 88%, but the new Central Pike Elementary opening next year is expected to alleviate those numbers and free up some space. Stoner Creek Elementary School, which reopened in 2022, is at 93% capacity.
Additionally, some of Wilson County’s high schools are also experiencing high capacity rates. Lebanon High School is at 91% capacity, Mt. Juliet High School at 87% and Wilson Central is currently at 84%.
“As you know, when it hits that 90% mark, you’re looking at planning schools, and that’s a three-year plan at the minimum,†Luttrell said. “There will be some decisions that will have to be made in the near future where the next schools go.â€
Wilson County has opened 12 new schools in the past 12 years, and the growth is not expected to slow down. This year, LaGuardo Elementary opened. Next year, Central Pike Elementary is scheduled to open. WCS is looking at a new middle school for Watertown.
Schools are expected to keep getting crowded as more residents move to Wilson County, which is experiencing tremendous growth.
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