2024 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee

#1 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Jordan Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

PK, K-5,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says Jordan Elementary School is expectional. The lessons are beyond engaging and the teachers meet the needs of all students. I would highly recommend this school to anyone. I have love watching my child....

Read 1 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A+,

Students: 578,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,

#2 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Creekside Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A+,

Students: 813,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

#3 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Lakeland Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Lakeland School System, TN,

PK, K-4,

6 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says The building is wonderful. I am proud to send my kids here. The teachers are beyond friendly and well appreciated. There is not any cliques or judgement. Everyone just helps each other when needed. I....

Read 6 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 1,049,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,

#4 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Alamo Elementary School

Public School,

ALAMO, TN,

PK, K-6,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 606,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,

#5 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Merrol Hyde Magnet School

Sumner County Schools, TN,

K-12,

192 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

Featured Review: Alum says Merrol Hyde really is what you make it. Some people hate it, some people love it. I personally was very involved in the school and did multiple clubs, sports, and leadership and I LOVED my time....

Read 192 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 665,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,

#6 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Oak Grove Elementary School

Public School,

LEWISBURG, TN,

PK, K-1,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 475,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,

#7 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Arlington Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Arlington Community Schools, TN,

PK, K-5,

4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says We love our TIGERS! School pride where everyone is welcomed is why our family chose this school! We love that everyone is together and welcomed! The SPED program is exceptional and intervention team....

Read 4 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 875,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#8 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Donelson Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Arlington Community Schools, TN,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 880,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#9 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Clovercroft Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 674,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,

#10 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Foothills Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Maryville City Schools, TN,

PK, K-3,

8 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

Featured Review: Niche User says I personally would not choose another school. I have had some issues, but overall, its a great school. Multiple school functions have parent turn outs that are unbelievable and the teachers are....

Read 8 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 641,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#11 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Kenrose Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

PK, K-5,

7 Niche users give it an average review of 3.1 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says Thankful for such a wonderful experience for my three children at Kenrose. Attentive teachers and staff who have made my children's elementary years so positive. They are well prepared for middle....

Read 7 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 674,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#12 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Forest Hill Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Germantown Municipal School District, TN,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 687,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#13 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Thompson's Station Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 807,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,

#14 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Towne Acres Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Johnson City Schools, TN,

PK, K-4,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 371,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#15 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Glenwood Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Oak Ridge School District, TN,

K-4,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 2 stars.

Read 2 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 347,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,

#16 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Oak View Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

K-5,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says Oak View is about the sweetest school I've ever seen. The teachers and staff are the best of the best. My daughter has an IEP and everyone on her team is simply amazing. I've never been a part of a....

Read 1 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 494,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#17 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Sam Houston Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Maryville City Schools, TN,

PK, K-3,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says We’ve had the most unbelievably rewarding and supportive experience at the school. My child was there K-3. Truly “the best school that we know.”.

Read 2 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 511,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#18 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Trinity Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 680,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

#19 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Farmington Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Germantown Municipal School District, TN,

PK, K-5,

7 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says What an amazing school. I feel very confident in my child’s ability to learn here! They leave excellent first impressions that are beyond expectations to prospective, interested students and....

Read 7 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 614,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,

#20 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Walnut Grove Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 552,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#21 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Crockett Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 732,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

#22 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Linden Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Oak Ridge School District, TN,

K-4,

10 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

Featured Review: Niche User says I have a child who has attended from K through 4th. When intervention was needed, the teachers are quick to point it out and get the child the help that is needed. Volunteers are abundant and....

Read 10 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 483,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#23 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

John Sevier Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Maryville City Schools, TN,

PK, K-3,

13 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says They are amazing. My son has had excellent teachers every year. I volunteer in his class every week and have every year and each year I am so impressed with the school, the teachers and overall....

Read 13 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 608,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#24 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Lipscomb Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Williamson County Schools, TN,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 585,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

#25 Best Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Woodland Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Johnson City Schools, TN,

PK, K-4,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says I had a son that attended this elementary woodland , He really enjoyed learning new things and always had a positively great learning experience wonderful teachers. They worked with him to achieve....

Read 1 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 400,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,