For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,463 students in 38382, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 38382, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38382, TN are Trenton Elementary School, Spring Hill Elementary School and Trenton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38382 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38382, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38382, TN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Trenton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
811 S College St
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-0971
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-0971
Gr: PK-4 | 550 students Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: K-8 | 91 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Trenton Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2065 Hwy 45 Bypass
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2422
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2422
Gr: 5-8 | 393 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Peabody High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2069 Hwy 45 Bypass
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2601
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2601
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Peabody Academy
Vocational School
2069 Hwy 45 Bypass
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2601
Trenton, TN 38382
(731) 855-2601
Gr: 9-12 | 110 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38382, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38382, TN include Trenton Elementary School, Spring Hill Elementary School and Trenton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38382?
5 public schools are located in 38382.
What percentage of students in 38382 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 38382 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38382?
38382 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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