Best Hartford Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 132 students in Hartford, TN.
The top-ranked public school in Hartford, TN is Grassy Fork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hartford, TN public school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Hartford have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Hartford, TN (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grassy Fork Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4120 Big Creek Rd
Hartford, TN 37753
(423) 487-5835
Gr: K-8 | 132 students Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hartford, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Hartford, TN include Grassy Fork Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hartford?
1 public schools are located in Hartford.
What is the racial composition of students in Hartford?
Hartford public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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