For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 619 students in Riceville, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 62 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Riceville, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in Riceville, TN is Riceville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riceville, TN public school have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Riceville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Riceville, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riceville Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3592 Hwy 11 South
Riceville, TN 37370
(423) 462-2488
Riceville, TN 37370
(423) 462-2488
Gr: PK-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Riceville, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Riceville, TN include Riceville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Riceville?
1 public schools are located in Riceville.
What percentage of students in Riceville go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Riceville are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Riceville?
Riceville public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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