For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 500 students in 38456, TN (there are 6 private schools, serving 116 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 38456, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 38456, TN is Ethridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38456 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38456, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38456, TN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ethridge Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33 Main St
Ethridge, TN 38456
(931) 201-5880
Ethridge, TN 38456
(931) 201-5880
Gr: PK-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38456, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38456, TN include Ethridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38456?
1 public schools are located in 38456.
What percentage of students in 38456 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 38456 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38456?
38456 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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