4,787
Preschools
2,095
Elementary Schools
1,237
Middle Schools
943
High Schools
1,795
Public District Schools
4,366
Private Schools
6,292
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
March 27, 2024
My granddaughter hates this school. She has told her teacher that she is being bullied and they haven’t punished them. Don’t recommend.
Review for
Clark Memorial School
Current student
March 27, 2024
Great school with great people involved. Very nice to me and educated amazingly
Review for
Watertown High School
Parent / Guardian
March 27, 2024
The school is focused on hitting state guidelines, not getting the children to learn and retain the information and concepts. The apathy in some of the teachers is obvious. Other teachers are just... More
Review for
Grainger High School