For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 341 students in Old Fort, TN.
The top ranked public school in Old Fort, TN is South Polk Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Old Fort, TN public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Old Fort have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Old Fort, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Polk Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
964 Old Federal Rd
Old Fort, TN 37362
(423) 338-4512
Old Fort, TN 37362
(423) 338-4512
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Old Fort, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Old Fort, TN include South Polk Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Old Fort?
1 public schools are located in Old Fort.
What is the racial composition of students in Old Fort?
Old Fort public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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