For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,510 students in Jamestown, TN (there are , serving 61 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Jamestown, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Jamestown, TN are Pine Haven Elementary School, Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute and York Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jamestown, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Jamestown have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Jamestown, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pine Haven Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 N York Hwy
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-9525
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-9525
Grades: PK-8
| 577 students
Rank: #22.
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 North Main St
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-8101
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-8101
Grades: 9-12
| 477 students
Rank: #33.
York Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
218 School Ave
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-5832
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-5832
Grades: PK-8
| 456 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Jamestown, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Jamestown, TN include Pine Haven Elementary School, Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute and York Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jamestown?
3 public schools are located in Jamestown.
What percentage of students in Jamestown go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Jamestown are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jamestown?
Jamestown public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Jamestown are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Jamestown include: York Elementary School vs. Pine Haven Elementary School, Pine Haven Elementary School vs. York Elementary School
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