For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 587 students in 38549, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 38549, TN are Pickett Co High School and Pickett County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38549 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38549, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38549, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pickett Co High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
130 Skyline Dr
Byrdstown, TN 38549
(931) 864-3422
Byrdstown, TN 38549
(931) 864-3422
Grades: 9-12
| 191 students
Rank: #22.
Pickett County Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1016 Woodlawn Dr
Byrdstown, TN 38549
(931) 864-3496
Byrdstown, TN 38549
(931) 864-3496
Grades: PK-8
| 396 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38549, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38549, TN include Pickett Co High School and Pickett County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38549?
2 public schools are located in 38549.
What is the racial composition of students in 38549?
38549 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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