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
May 11, 2024
All Montgomery El did these past three years, is punish my grandson. They kept him from field trips , sent him away from to other schools , kept him in detention almost everyday, instead of trying to... More
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Montvale Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
This school has too many fights and teachers do nothing about it. My kid came home with a bloody nose. My friends kid is getting harassed to get jumped and kids even went to her child’s house and my... More
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Dupont Hadley Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 10, 2024
Tate's is more than a school, it is a family. Both of our kids are challenged daily academically in extremely creative ways....they love it and don't even realize when they're learning! They are... More
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Tates School