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 17, 2024
We are new this year. I have 4 children in this Elementary school suddenly, one in CDC class.
I can’t speak highly enough about how Amazing they have been & how much the kids love it here!!
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Jack Anderson Elementary STEM School
Parent / Guardian
April 16, 2024
My son is bi-racial and has had a few incidents at the school relating to race and being called the N word... My son has a very light, fair complexion. Mind you i also have 3 other children that had... More
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Longview Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 16, 2024
The staff at this school is flexible, creative, and works with a variety of unique students. They meet students where they are, and they support them to get them to the next steps of their lives.
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Benton Hall School