For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,900 students in 38019, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 519 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 38019, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38019, TN are Austin Peay Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School and Covington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38019 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38019, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38019, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Austin Peay Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
474 Academic Dr
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5121
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5121
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Crestview Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 C E Moss Pkwy
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5925
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5925
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Covington High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
803 South College
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5853
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5853
Gr: 9-12 | 643 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Charger Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
760 Bert Johnston Ave
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 476-1444
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 476-1444
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Crestview Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
130 C E Moss Pkwy
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5900
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Tipton County Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 Bert Johnston Ave
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-3502
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-3502
Gr: K-12 | 85 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38019, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38019, TN include Austin Peay Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School and Covington High School.
How many public schools are located in 38019?
6 public schools are located in 38019.
What percentage of students in 38019 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 38019 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38019?
38019 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.