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Best 38401 Tennessee Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,118 students in 38401, TN.

The top ranked public elementary schools in 38401, TN are J E Woodard Elementary School, J. R. Baker Elementary School and J. Brown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary schools in zipcode 38401 have an score of 19% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and score of 19% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38401, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 38401, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

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(Math and Reading Proficiency)

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Rank: #11.

J E Woodard Elementary School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
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207 Rutherford Ln
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 380-2872

Gr: PK-4 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Rank: #22.

J. R. Baker Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
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1301 Hamphire Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-3319

Gr: PK-4 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%

Rank: #33.

J. Brown Elementary School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14%)
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301 Cord Dr
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-3601

Gr: PK-4 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Rank: #44.

Riverside Elementary School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
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203 Carter St
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 840-4422

Gr: PK-4 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Rank: #55.

Highland Park Elementary School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
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1606 Highland Ave
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-7325

Gr: PK-4 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Rank: #66.

R Howell Elementary School

(Math: 18% | Reading: 20%)
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653 Bear Creek Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 540-1032

Gr: PK-4 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Rank: #77.

Whitthorne Middle School

(Math: 17% | Reading: 17%)
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915 Lion Pkwy
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-2558

Gr: 5-8 | 955 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%

Rank: #88.

E. A. Cox Middle School

(Math: 9% | Reading: 13%)
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633 Bear Creek Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 840-3902

Gr: 5-8 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

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38401, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Mcdowell Elementary School (Closed 2023)

714 West 7th St
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 840-4418

Gr: PK-4 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38401, TN?

The top ranked public elementary schools in 38401, TN include J E Woodard Elementary School, J. R. Baker Elementary School and J. Brown Elementary School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 38401?

8 public elementary schools are located in 38401.

What is the racial composition of students in 38401?

38401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).