For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 595 students in 38565, TN.
The top ranked public school in 38565, TN is South Fentress Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38565 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38565, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38565, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Fentress Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5018 Wilder Rd
Grimsley, TN 38565
(931) 863-3131
Grimsley, TN 38565
(931) 863-3131
Grades: PK-8
| 595 students
38565, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P O Box 69
Grimsley, TN 38565
(931) 863-3133
Grimsley, TN 38565
(931) 863-3133
Grades: K-6
| 237 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38565, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38565, TN include South Fentress Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38565?
1 public schools are located in 38565.
What is the racial composition of students in 38565?
38565 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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