4,858
Preschools
2,161
Elementary Schools
1,339
Middle Schools
1,003
High Schools
1,915
Public District Schools
4,348
Private Schools
6,419
Total Schools
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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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Current student
October 08, 2025
great school but thet don't fead the kids
Review for
Loftis Middle School
Parent / Guardian
October 08, 2025
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All the teachers take a genuine interest in each individual student and, as they grow older, help them develop a deeper... More
Review for
McCallie School
Parent / Guardian
October 05, 2025
On my second kid going through this school and I wouldn't have them anywhere else. They learn so much.
Review for
Russellville Elementary School