For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 647 students in 38317, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 38317, TN are Central High School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38317 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38317, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38317, TN 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29590 Broad St
Bruceton, TN 38317
(731) 418-4189
Bruceton, TN 38317
(731) 418-4189
Gr: 6-12 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29590 Broad St
Bruceton, TN 38317
(731) 418-4168
Bruceton, TN 38317
(731) 418-4168
Gr: PK-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38317, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38317, TN include Central High School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38317?
2 public schools are located in 38317.
What is the racial composition of students in 38317?
38317 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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