For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 836 students in Friendsville, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Friendsville, TN are Union Grove Elementary School and Union Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Friendsville, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Friendsville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Friendsville, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
330 South Old Grey Ridge Rd
Friendsville, TN 37737
(865) 980-1515
Friendsville, TN 37737
(865) 980-1515
Gr: PK-5 | 213 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Union Grove Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
334 South Old Grey Ridge Rd
Friendsville, TN 37737
(865) 980-1320
Friendsville, TN 37737
(865) 980-1320
Gr: 6-8 | 623 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Friendsville, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Friendsville, TN include Union Grove Elementary School and Union Grove Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Friendsville?
2 public schools are located in Friendsville.
What is the racial composition of students in Friendsville?
Friendsville public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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