For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,371 students in Cunningham, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Cunningham, TN are Montgomery Central Elementary School, Montgomery Central High School and Montgomery Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cunningham, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Cunningham have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cunningham, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montgomery Central Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4011 Highway 48
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-3208
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-3208
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Montgomery Central High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3955 Highway 48
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-3201
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-3201
Gr: 9-12 | 1,048 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Montgomery Central Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3941 Highway 48
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-2575
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-2575
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cunningham, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Cunningham, TN include Montgomery Central Elementary School, Montgomery Central High School and Montgomery Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Cunningham?
3 public schools are located in Cunningham.
What is the racial composition of students in Cunningham?
Cunningham public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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