For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 619 students in Riceville, TN (there are , serving 62 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Riceville, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in Riceville, TN is Riceville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riceville, TN public school have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Riceville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Riceville, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riceville Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3592 Hwy 11 South
Riceville, TN 37370
(423) 462-2488
Riceville, TN 37370
(423) 462-2488
Gr: PK-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Riceville, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Riceville, TN include Riceville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Riceville?
1 public schools are located in Riceville.
What percentage of students in Riceville go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Riceville are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Riceville?
Riceville public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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