For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,041 students in Loretto, TN (there are , serving 79 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Loretto, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Loretto, TN are South Lawrence Elementary School and Loretto High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Loretto, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Loretto have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Loretto, TN (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
707 2nd Avenue South
Loretto, TN 38469
(931) 201-5884
Loretto, TN 38469
(931) 201-5884
Gr: PK-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Loretto High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
525 Second South Ave
Loretto, TN 38469
(931) 231-8850
Loretto, TN 38469
(931) 231-8850
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Loretto, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Loretto, TN include South Lawrence Elementary School and Loretto High School.
How many public schools are located in Loretto?
2 public schools are located in Loretto.
What percentage of students in Loretto go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Loretto are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Loretto?
Loretto public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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