The average student-teacher ratio in Tennessee public schools is approximately 27:1 (2026-27).
Student-Teacher Ratio Range: 27:1
27:1
Avg. Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
Student-Teacher Ratio Trends (1987-2025)
| Year | Tennessee (TN) Average | National Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15:1 | 15:1 |
| 2024 | 15:1 | 15:1 |
| 2023 | 15:1 | 15:1 |
| 2022 | 15:1 | 15:1 |
| 2021 | 15:1 | 15:1 |
| 2020 | 16:1 | 16:1 |
| 2019 | 16:1 | 16:1 |
| 2018 | 16:1 | 16:1 |
| 2017 | 16:1 | 16:1 |
| 2016 | 15:1 | 16:1 |
| 2015 | 16:1 | 16:1 |
| 2014 | 15:1 | 16:1 |
| 2013 | 15:1 | 16:1 |
| 2012 | 15:1 | 16:1 |
| 2011 | 15:1 | 15:1 |
| 2010 | 15:1 | 16:1 |
| 2009 | 15:1 | 16:1 |
| 2008 | 15:1 | 16:1 |
| 2007 | 16:1 | 16:1 |
| 2006 | 16:1 | 16:1 |
| 2005 | 16:1 | 16:1 |
| 1996 | 17:1 | 18:1 |
| 1995 | 17:1 | 18:1 |
| 1994 | 17:1 | 18:1 |
| 1993 | 19:1 | 18:1 |
| 1992 | 18:1 | 18:1 |
| 1991 | 18:1 | 17:1 |
| 1990 | 19:1 | 17:1 |
| 1989 | 19:1 | 18:1 |
| 1988 | 19:1 | 18:1 |
| 1987 | 20:1 | 19:1 |
Public Schools Student-Teacher Ratio Statistics in Tennessee (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student-Teacher Ratio
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
Grades: PK
701 Olson Dr; Suite 112/113
La Grange, TN 38046
(402) 339-6592
La Grange, TN 38046
(402) 339-6592
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tennessee average public schools student-teacher ratio?
The Tennessee average public schools student-teacher ratio is 27:1 for 2026-27.
What are the public schools with the lowest student-teacher ratio in Tennessee?
The best top-ranked public schools in Tennessee include Esu 3 Head Start - Sccdc.
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