For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,129 students in 38040, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 38040, TN are Halls Elementary School, Halls Junior High School and Halls High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38040 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38040, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38040, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Halls Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Carmen St
Halls, TN 38040
(731) 836-9651
Halls, TN 38040
(731) 836-9651
Gr: PK-6 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Halls Junior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 West Tigrett St
Halls, TN 38040
(731) 836-5579
Halls, TN 38040
(731) 836-5579
Gr: 7-8 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Halls High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 West Tigrett St
Halls, TN 38040
(731) 836-9642
Halls, TN 38040
(731) 836-9642
Gr: 9-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38040, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38040, TN include Halls Elementary School, Halls Junior High School and Halls High School.
How many public schools are located in 38040?
3 public schools are located in 38040.
What is the racial composition of students in 38040?
38040 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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