2023 Best School Districts in Tennessee

• Maryville, TN•

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  Rating 4.26 out of 5  53 reviews

Alum: This was an excellent experience overall! The staff, administration, and students are very inclusive. The clubs are wonderful. I learned many new skills and mande many friends! The students are very well behaved and respectful. The academics are challenging and rigorous. I would recommend this schools system to anyone!... Read 53 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 7

• Students 5,441

• Johnson City, TN•

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  Rating 4.06 out of 5  16 reviews

Junior: Johnson City Schools is a great school system that takes pride in creating a safe atmosphere for all its students and faculty. All extracurricular activities are well organized. This school system offers many college prep, dual enrollment, and AP courses for students looking for a college career path.... Read 16 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 12

• Students 7,733

• Franklin, TN•

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  Rating 4.28 out of 5  217 reviews

Junior: I am a high school student in Williamson county schools, The academics and Teachers have found to be excellent! The teacher work hard to help and get to know their students. We have lots of clubs and activities and they are always open to more ideas. Williamson County also has high performance ratings in each sports team! The resources available to all students as far as stars councilors and health advisers helps bring everyone together. The food is not the best nor is the diversity but we are just as welcome to new diverse students and teachers. Administration and the facilities are amazing are very helpful at all times.... Read 217 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 49

• Students 39,817

• Kingsport, TN•

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  Rating 4.37 out of 5  19 reviews

Junior: I enjoyed attending high school in the Kingsport City School district. The teachers and administrators were caring, intelligent, and helpful. The academics could be tough at times, but it gave me the opportunity to truly push myself and achieve great things! I feel ready for college!... Read 19 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 12

• Students 7,493

• Germantown, TN•

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  Rating 4.29 out of 5  35 reviews

Parent: I have two children who have attended Germantown Municipal Schools the past five years. The administrators, teachers and staff have been responsive and their educational experience has been top notch. My husband and I would highly recommend the district!... Read 35 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 6

• Students 6,053

• Alcoa, TN•

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  Rating 4.55 out of 5  20 reviews

Alum: I had a pretty good experience with Alcoa. I went there all through grade school (pre-k to 12th grade) along with my dad and my older brother. I loved my time there and sometimes wish that I could go back. I loved the teachers there, but like with any other school, there's a few that you don't like. The admin there was really involved and always cared and asked about our input on certain things. My overall experience at Alcoa was great and I would send my kids there in the future.... Read 20 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 2,137

• Oak Ridge, TN•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  40 reviews

Parent: I have been in the Oak Ridge School system as both a parent and employee for 18 years. My children received a top notch education, were well-prepared for college, and were given many tools for success in there time here. The teachers are caring, attentive, well-educated, and always go the extra mile for student well-being. Oak Ridge Schools has not only focused on STEM learning that emphasizes the whole child with 21st Century skills, beginning in PreK, but offers a wide variety of programming for AP, Dual Enrollment, and College, Career, and Technical Education courses. Students leave this district well-prepared for future life success.... Read 40 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 8

• Students 4,643

• Collierville, TN•

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  Rating 3.41 out of 5  29 reviews

Senior: I love that Collierville Schools has helped shape me into the person I am today. Collierville Schools is one of the best school systems because it not only focuses on the “now” but preparing you for your future because whether or not you’re ready it’s coming!... Read 29 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 9

• Students 9,043

• Greeneville, TN•

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  21 reviews

Alum: I enjoyed attending high school in the Greeneville City School district. The teachers and administrators were kind, intelligent, and helpful. The academic load could be tough at times, but it gave me the opportunity to truly push myself and achieve great things!... Read 21 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 7

• Students 2,851

• Dyersburg, TN•

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  24 reviews

Senior: Dyersburg City Schools are a great place to put your kids. The teachers are very involved in the students learning life. The music and arts program are very good. Our sports program are a great way for kids to reach out and discover something they never knew they had. But there are some things about this school many parents should know; yes, some kids here get bullied. Other kids say things for some awful reason to hurt these kids who dont have it as good as them.... Read 24 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 2,602

• Arlington, TN•

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  Rating 4.29 out of 5  31 reviews

Freshman: Arlington is a fast growing community with fabulous schools. The teachers within Arlington Community Schools are amazing and dedicated to your success, your classmates are a little competitive but even more supportive, and there are so many things to do and classes to take. The academics are rigorous, but the faculty will support you in anyway you need it. The class sizes are average and I feel very safe at this school.... Read 31 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 4,889

• Lebanon, TN•

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  82 reviews

Senior: My experience in Wilson County School District as been very good. I have been in Wilson County School District since I was in third grade and they have always looked out for everyone safety. Meaning, if roads are truly bad they will call out school to make sure no one is hurt. Also, when covid started they had the option for online schooling, which I decided to do. I was able to get my schooling done, go to work, and be involved in school activities. Now on the other hand, I would not change anything about the decisions they have made. This is because I only know of one districts way and have nothing to compare it to. Overall, I think the choice Wilson County Schools have made have been smart and they do look out for the best in all of us.... Read 82 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 24

• Students 18,444

• Lexington, TN•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Senior: The experience I hold with Henderson County is phenomenal. The teachers and staff I have been with since the second grade have always been so kind to me and were always willing to help. I moved to Henderson County when I was seven years old. I was not quite sure what to expect. These past ten years have been wonderful. I knew that if I ever had any trouble, I knew I could talk to the counselors and/ or teachers. I can not really pick a favorite teacher because I love them all. If it was not for their help, I would not have made it this far in my life.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 9

• Students 3,955

• Dyersburg, TN•

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  Rating 4.58 out of 5  19 reviews

Senior: I am a senior at Dyer county Highschool and have gone here for almost 4 years. We have some incredible programs here that can provide many opportunities you couldn't find at other high schools around the district. Although, this heavily depends on what you're interested in. If you love agriscience or any sort of sport (especially cheerleading) this is the school for you. But if you like things like theater or visual art, you may find opportunities and clubs a little lacking. Our academics strongly depend on whatever teacher that you get and cant be fairly judged overall. We have little to no diversity, and our food is pretty horrible like just about every highschool.... Read 19 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 8

• Students 3,751

• Bristol, TN•

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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Senior: I personally feel that going to high school in the Bristol City School District was the best decision. I felt comfortable going to school everyday and learned a lot. I have also found myself to be more social out outgoing than I was before.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 8

• Students 3,843

• Murfreesboro, TN•

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  145 reviews

Senior: In just Oakland High School, its a very academically diverse environment. There are many opportunities in the forms of clubs, sports, and programs for the students. Overall, its a great place to go, but there can be a lack of communication between teachers and students. This lack of communication is what has caused me to find myself in a few situations that could have been easily avoided such as missing projects and grades, should the teacher have had those easily accessible or been available to talk to at the start or end of class.... Read 145 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 50

• Students 47,186

• Gallatin, TN•

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  72 reviews

Senior: Beech high school has amazing teachers and an amazing staff. The only problem with it is the noise level. Constant screaming from the football team, and other people. The mental health concern is higher but it's not some people's top concern. The bathroom's were semi clean but there were some health concerns. The biggest issue was how the teacher's dealt with troublemakers and people disrupting the class. It has gotten better I would say but the stress level of the classes are too high. I know some kids who have been crying because the work is too much. There are really good teachers but there are also really bad teachers that don't need to be working there. I'd say also that the teachers who deal with the trouble makers need a raise they aren't payed enough. The teachers people actually can talk to about hard things and not feel scared about being judged are the ones we need more of. Because the better state your mental health is the better you're going to succeed.... Read 72 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 49

• Students 29,588

• Bartlett, TN•

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  51 reviews

Junior: I have loved my years at Bartlett City schools. The teachers are super understanding and are willing to do anything to push students to be a better version of themselves. The students are diverse but love to work. The classes are rigorous. The academics are amazing and the athletic and theater department are growing everyday. The staff are involved in every aspect of the community. I see them involved in churches and volunteer committees. They are amazing role models for younger students. They offer a true amount of empathy for students when they are going through hard times. I couldn’t imagine a better or more understanding place to be!... Read 51 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 10

• Students 8,794

• Mckenzie, TN•

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  5 reviews

Alum: I loved Mckenzie Special School District. All of my teachers were outstanding, and they really cared for their students most importantly they prepared us for college. We were on block schedule in high school, and I loved it. However, when I was in middle school only 7th and 8th grade were on a period schedule. I would have loved for 5th and 6th grade to be on a period schedule as well. I think they are all on the same schedule now.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 3

• Students 1,199

• Knoxville, TN•

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  136 reviews

Senior: The Knox County School System is filled with personable teachers and great academics. The teachers are always available, whether it be for extra help, or just to talk. They are understanding and extremely flexible, which is very important because teachers can make or break a student's love for education. A majority of the classes were very well taught and the curriculum was well designed so that it is applicable to the real world. I do wish that the school clubs, programs, and organizations were a little better run, but I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to be a part of so many things. The health science classes offered are amazing, but unfortunately the teachers and program in general have not been the best. Despite these tiny hiccups, I can confidently say that my high school has prepared me for college and the real world, and I learned so much over the past four years.... Read 136 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 91

• Students 59,169

• Henderson, TN•

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  Rating 4.23 out of 5  13 reviews

Senior: I moved to the Chester County School district from a very rough town right outside of Memphis. I was constantly hindered and never had support in the school system. I did everything on my own in hopes of getting out of the town and making something for myself. An unexpected turn of events put me in a little town called Henderson Tennessee; It was a new school district full of strangers. I never expected to have any form of help from the administration or student body, but time and time again they have shown me that I do not have to do it alone. The faculty and staff is thorough and concise when helping their students graduate into adulthood. I have never in my life experienced such a wealth of resources. I hope to have that in college as well. I learn well on my own, but I would love to have resources as well.... Read 13 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 6

• Students 2,676

• Clarksville, TN•

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  99 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed the Arts and Theater programs, as I'm an entertainer. I also really loved the Culinary Arts program as that is what I'd like to pursue as a career path. The teachers are all amazing and helped me through any struggles I had with curriculum issues. I'd love to see a change with the administration and the accessibility for students to them. I'd also strongly suggest a proactive program surrounding bullying as it is such a prevalent problem in CMCSS. There are also some serious issues with mold at my specific high school that should be handled for student health and safety.... Read 99 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 39

• Students 36,426

• Cleveland, TN•

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  42 reviews

Parent: Bradley County Schools are known for being the best among surrounding communities. Although it is a smaller district, they manage to meet the needs of their students and excel in academics. Having a special needs child, I was surprised at the resources offered here. My child has truly thrived in this system.... Read 42 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 17

• Students 9,701

• Nashville, TN•

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• grade B+

• Total schools 1

• Students 108

• Hartsville, TN•

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  6 reviews

Senior: I have enjoyed being a student here for four years. Although we are a pretty small school, (which means we lack AP courses and other advanced classes), teachers are good at motivating and making classes challenging.... Read 6 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 3

• Students 1,286