For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 627 students in 38316, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 38316, TN are Bradford High School and Bradford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38316 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38316, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38316, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradford High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
136 Highway 45 S
Bradford, TN 38316
(731) 742-3729
Bradford, TN 38316
(731) 742-3729
Gr: 6-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Bradford Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
136 Highway 45 S
Bradford, TN 38316
(731) 742-2118
Bradford, TN 38316
(731) 742-2118
Gr: PK-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38316, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38316, TN include Bradford High School and Bradford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38316?
2 public schools are located in 38316.
What is the racial composition of students in 38316?
38316 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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