For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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