For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 643 students in 38257, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38257, TN are South Fulton Elementary School and South Fulton Middle / High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38257 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38257, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38257, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
209 John C. Jones Pkwy
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-2304
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-2304
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
South Fulton Middle / High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1302 South Fulton Dr
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-1441
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-1441
Gr: 6-12 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38257, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38257, TN include South Fulton Elementary School and South Fulton Middle / High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38257?
2 public elementary schools are located in 38257.
What is the racial composition of students in 38257?
38257 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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