Top Rated Schools in This State

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Tennessee based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.

College Success Award

These are some of the best public high schools in Tennessee at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.

Academic Summary

Are the schools in Tennessee offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
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Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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Largest School Districts in Tennessee

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Reviews From Schools in Tennessee

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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 16, 2025
Family engagement is trash. The admin lied and hid referrals all year. The principal lied several times and has yet to do anything to make the situation any better. The teachers are incompetent ... More
Review for Norman Smith Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 16, 2025
I went here in 2006; it was a living nightmare. The teachers were a menace, they should be ashamed of themselves, some of them should've been suspended as far as I'm concerned. After school was no... More
Review for Mcmurray Middle School
Parent / Guardian
September 15, 2025
We moved to Franklin from out of state in 2021, so we were not familiar with all of the local school districts, but I really feel we hit the jackpot with Poplar Grove Schools. First, we love the... More
Review for Poplar Grove 5-8