For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 500 students in 38456, TN (there are , serving 116 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 38456, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 38456, TN is Ethridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38456 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38456, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38456, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ethridge Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33 Main St
Ethridge, TN 38456
(931) 201-5880
Ethridge, TN 38456
(931) 201-5880
Gr: PK-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38456, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38456, TN include Ethridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38456?
1 public schools are located in 38456.
What percentage of students in 38456 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 38456 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38456?
38456 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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