4,862
Preschools
2,165
Elementary Schools
1,341
Middle Schools
1,005
High Schools
1,914
Public District Schools
4,356
Private Schools
6,426
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Tennessee based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Tennessee at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Tennessee offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Tennessee
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Shelby County Schools
109,797 students | MEMPHIS, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 287 schools -
Davidson County
80,651 students | NASHVILLE, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 179 schools -
Knox County School District
60,609 students | KNOXVILLE, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 97 schools -
Rutherford County School District
50,707 students | MURFREESBORO, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 52 schools -
Hamilton County School District
45,902 students | CHATTANOOGA, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 85 schools
Reviews From Schools in Tennessee
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Parent / Guardian
April 04, 2025
This school has been a blessing for us and our child. The school prior to this never followed my son’s IEP and created behavioral challenges due to it. By the time we left there he lost his love for... More
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Kenwood Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 04, 2025
The admin at this school is horrible. You’ve got an assistant principal who walks around with her eyes rolled back in her head at pretty much anything someone says. She is very unprofessional with... More
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Amherst Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 03, 2025
Best school in roane county Ms K rocks most well behaved school after traveling to them all discipline is so important! That’s one thing the tigers have
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Ridge View Elementary School