For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 706 students in Selmer, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Selmer, TN is Mcnairy Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Selmer, TN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Selmer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Selmer, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mcnairy Central High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Selmer, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcnairy Central High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
493 High School Road
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-3226
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-3226
Gr: 9-12 | 673 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
535 East Poplar Ave
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-7752
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-7752
Gr: PK-12
Selmer, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Selmer, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Selmer, TN include Mcnairy Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in Selmer?
3 public high schools are located in Selmer.
What is the racial composition of students in Selmer?
Selmer public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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