For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,729 students in 38501, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 361 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 38501, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38501, TN are Capshaw Elementary School, Cane Creek Elementary School and Northeast Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38501 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 38501, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38501, TN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capshaw Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Cougar Ln
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2414
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2414
Grades: PK-4
| 481 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Cane Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 West Jackson St
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-1173
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-1173
Grades: PK-4
| 466 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
575 N Old Kentucky Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2978
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2978
Grades: PK-4
| 429 students
Rank: #44.
Dodson Branch Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16221 Dodson Branch Hwy
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Grades: PK-8
| 286 students
Rank: #55.
Park View Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
545 Scott Ave
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2516
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2516
Grades: PK-4
| 416 students
Rank: #66.
Avery Trace Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 Raider Dr
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2200
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2200
Grades: 5-8
| 756 students
Rank: #77.
Cookeville High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Cavalier Dr
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2287
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2287
Grades: 9-12
| 2,266 students
Rank: #88.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
452 Ellis Ave
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9322
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9322
Grades: PK-4
| 315 students
Rank: #99.
Jere Whitson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
178 East Jere Whitson Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-6575
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-6575
Grades: PK-4
| 314 students
38501, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dry Valley Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
3860 Phifer Mountain Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 528-1847
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 528-1847
Grades: 1-12
| 88 students
242 East 10th St
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9777
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9777
Grades: 5-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38501, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38501, TN include Capshaw Elementary School, Cane Creek Elementary School and Northeast Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38501, TN?
9 public schools are located in 38501, TN.
What percentage of students in 38501, TN go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 38501, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38501, TN?
38501, TN public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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