For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 542 students in Philadelphia, TN.
The top-ranked public school in Philadelphia, TN is Philadelphia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Philadelphia, TN public school have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Philadelphia have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Philadelphia, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Philadelphia Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Spring St
Philadelphia, TN 37846
(865) 458-6801
Philadelphia, TN 37846
(865) 458-6801
Gr: PK-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Philadelphia, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Philadelphia, TN include Philadelphia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Philadelphia?
1 public schools are located in Philadelphia.
What is the racial composition of students in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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