For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,322 students in Tellico Plains, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Tellico Plains, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Tellico Plains, TN are Tellico Plains High School, Tellico Plains Elementary School and Rural Vale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tellico Plains, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Tellico Plains have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Tellico Plains, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tellico Plains High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9180 Hwy 68
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 253-2550
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 253-2550
Gr: 9-12 | 435 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Tellico Plains Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121 Old High School Rd
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 253-2626
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 253-2626
Gr: PK-4 | 357 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Rural Vale Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
395 Daugherty Springs Rd
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 253-3551
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 253-3551
Gr: K-8 | 217 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Tellico Plains Junior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Old High School Rd
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 253-2250
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 253-2250
Gr: 5-8 | 258 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Coker Creek Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
130 Ruritan Rd
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 261-2241
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
(423) 261-2241
Gr: K-8 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Tellico Plains, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Tellico Plains, TN include Tellico Plains High School, Tellico Plains Elementary School and Rural Vale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Tellico Plains?
5 public schools are located in Tellico Plains.
What percentage of students in Tellico Plains go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Tellico Plains are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Tellico Plains?
Tellico Plains public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Tellico Plains are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Tellico Plains include: Tellico Plains Elementary School vs. Rural Vale Elementary School, Tellico Plains Junior High School vs. Rural Vale Elementary School, Rural Vale Elementary School vs. Tellico Plains Elementary School
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