For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 985 students in Newbern, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Newbern, TN are Newbern Elementary School and Northview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newbern, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Newbern have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Newbern, TN (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newbern Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 North York St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2139
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2139
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
820 Williams St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-3713
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-3713
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Newbern, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Newbern, TN include Newbern Elementary School and Northview Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Newbern?
2 public elementary schools are located in Newbern.
What is the racial composition of students in Newbern?
Newbern public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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