For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 960 students in Bolivar, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bolivar, TN are Bolivar Elementary School and Bolivar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bolivar, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bolivar have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bolivar, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bolivar Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
445 Nuckolls Rd
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3981
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3981
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Bolivar Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
915 Pruitt St
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3656
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3656
Gr: 6-8 | 290 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bolivar, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bolivar, TN include Bolivar Elementary School and Bolivar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bolivar?
2 public elementary schools are located in Bolivar.
What is the racial composition of students in Bolivar?
Bolivar public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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