For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,468 students in Trenton, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Trenton, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Trenton, TN are Spring Hill Elementary School, Trenton Elementary School and Trenton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Trenton, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Trenton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Trenton, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spring Hill Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
84 State Route 188
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 559-4223
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 559-4223
Grades: K-8
| 102 students
Rank: #22.
Trenton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
811 S College St
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-0971
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-0971
Grades: PK-4
| 550 students
Rank: #33.
Trenton Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2065 Hwy 45 Bypass
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2422
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2422
Grades: 5-8
| 398 students
Rank: #44.
Peabody High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2069 Hwy 45 Bypass
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2601
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2601
Grades: 9-12
| 418 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Trenton, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Trenton, TN include Spring Hill Elementary School, Trenton Elementary School and Trenton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Trenton?
4 public schools are located in Trenton.
What percentage of students in Trenton go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Trenton are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Trenton?
Trenton public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Trenton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Trenton include: Spring Hill Elementary School vs. Trenton Middle School, Peabody High School vs. Trenton Elementary School, Peabody High School vs. Trenton Middle School
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