4,787
Preschools
2,095
Elementary Schools
1,237
Middle Schools
942
High Schools
1,795
Public District Schools
4,365
Private Schools
6,291
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 GreatSchools 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
110,780 students | MEMPHIS, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 262 schools -
Davidson County
80,494 students | NASHVILLE, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 174 schools -
Knox County School District
59,169 students | KNOXVILLE, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 92 schools -
Rutherford County School District
47,186 students | MURFREESBORO, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 48 schools -
Hamilton County School District
44,100 students | CHATTANOOGA, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 80 schools
Reviews From Schools in Tennessee
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Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
This school is amazing, my daughter loves all the teachers and loves going to school every day.
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Boyd's Creek Head Start Center
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
I sleep well knowing my child will never be forced to go to this disgusting school. So grateful I can provide a good education for my child and will never understand how any parent would let their kid... More
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Trousdale Co Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 22, 2024
2023 -2024 is the first year I have been very disappointed in Midway elementary school the new principal Jackie is very unapproachable and gives off a, I don’t care appearance when speaking with her. ... More
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Midway Elementary School