For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 430 students in 38391, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 99 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 38391, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 38391, TN is Denmark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38391 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38391, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38391, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Denmark Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1945 Denmark Rd
Denmark, TN 38391
(731) 427-5986
Denmark, TN 38391
(731) 427-5986
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38391, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38391, TN include Denmark Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38391?
1 public schools are located in 38391.
What percentage of students in 38391 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 38391 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38391?
38391 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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