For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,022 students in 38501, TN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 38501, TN are Dodson Branch Elementary School and Avery Trace Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38501 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38501, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 38501, TN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dodson Branch Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16221 Dodson Branch Hwy
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Avery Trace Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 Raider Dr
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2200
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2200
Gr: 5-8 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
38501, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dry Valley Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
3860 Phifer Mountain Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 528-1847
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 528-1847
Gr: 1-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
242 East 10th St
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9777
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9777
Gr: 5-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 38501, TN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 38501, TN include Dodson Branch Elementary School and Avery Trace Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38501?
2 public middle schools are located in 38501.
What is the racial composition of students in 38501?
38501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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