For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,182 students in 38562, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 38562, TN are Gainesboro Elementary School, Jackson County Middle School and Jackson County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38562 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38562, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 38562, TN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gainesboro Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
611 Main St
Gainesboro, TN 38562
(931) 268-9775
Gainesboro, TN 38562
(931) 268-9775
Grades: PK-3
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
Jackson County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
170 Blue Devil Ln
Gainesboro, TN 38562
(931) 268-9779
Gainesboro, TN 38562
(931) 268-9779
Grades: 4-8
| 438 students
Rank: #33.
Jackson County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
190 Blue Devil Ln
Gainesboro, TN 38562
(931) 268-9771
Gainesboro, TN 38562
(931) 268-9771
Grades: 9-12
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38562, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38562, TN include Gainesboro Elementary School, Jackson County Middle School and Jackson County High School.
How many public schools are located in 38562?
3 public schools are located in 38562.
What is the racial composition of students in 38562?
38562 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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