For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,478 students in 38501, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38501, TN are Capshaw Elementary School, Dodson Branch Elementary School and Cane Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38501 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38501, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38501, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capshaw Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Cougar Ln
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2414
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2414
Grades: PK-4
| 522 students
Rank: #22.
Dodson Branch Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16221 Dodson Branch Hwy
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Grades: PK-8
| 277 students
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Cane Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 West Jackson St
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-1173
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-1173
Grades: PK-4
| 432 students
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
575 N Old Kentucky Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2978
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2978
Grades: PK-4
| 453 students
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Park View Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
545 Scott Ave
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2516
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2516
Grades: PK-4
| 422 students
Rank: #66.
Avery Trace Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 Raider Dr
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2200
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2200
Grades: 5-8
| 745 students
Rank: #77.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
452 Ellis Ave
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9322
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9322
Grades: PK-4
| 310 students
Rank: #88.
Jere Whitson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
178 East Jere Whitson Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-6575
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-6575
Grades: PK-4
| 317 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 elementary schools in 38501, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38501, TN include Capshaw Elementary School, Dodson Branch Elementary School and Cane Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38501?
8 public elementary schools are located in 38501.
What is the racial composition of students in 38501?
38501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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