For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 432 students in 38251, TN.
The top ranked public school in 38251, TN is Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38251 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38251, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38251, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
143 Puryear Country Club Rd
Puryear, TN 38251
(731) 227-2101
Puryear, TN 38251
(731) 227-2101
Gr: PK-8 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
38251, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
215 College St
Puryear, TN 38251
(731) 247-5121
Puryear, TN 38251
(731) 247-5121
Gr: PK-8 | 375 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38251, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38251, TN include Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School.
How many public schools are located in 38251?
1 public schools are located in 38251.
What is the racial composition of students in 38251?
38251 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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