For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 967 students in Greenback, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Greenback, TN are Greenback School and Lanier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Greenback, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Greenback have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Greenback, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greenback School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6945 Morganton Rd
Greenback, TN 37742
(865) 856-3028
Greenback, TN 37742
(865) 856-3028
Gr: PK-12 | 634 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Lanier Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6006 Lanier Rd
Greenback, TN 37742
(865) 980-1051
Greenback, TN 37742
(865) 980-1051
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Greenback, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Greenback, TN include Greenback School and Lanier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Greenback?
2 public schools are located in Greenback.
What is the racial composition of students in Greenback?
Greenback public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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