Best Parsons Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 416 students in Parsons, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in Parsons, TN is Decatur County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Parsons, TN public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Parsons have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Parsons, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur County Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2740 Hwy 641 South
Parsons, TN 38363
(731) 847-6510
Gr: 5-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Parsons, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Parsons, TN include Decatur County Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Parsons?
1 public middle schools are located in Parsons.
What is the racial composition of students in Parsons?
Parsons public middle schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).

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