For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,084 students in 38261, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38261, TN are Union City Middle School, Lake Road Elementary School and Ridgemont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38261 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38261, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38261, TN Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union City Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 High School Dr
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-2901
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-2901
Grades: 5-8
| 450 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1130 East Highway 22
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-5304
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-5304
Grades: PK-8
| 537 students
Rank: #33.
Ridgemont Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1285 N Highway 45 By - Pass
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 536-5171
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 536-5171
Grades: PK-8
| 379 students
Rank: #44.
Union City Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 South Miles Ave
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-1632
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-1632
Grades: PK-4
| 718 students
38261, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Obion County Career Technology Center (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
1700 North Fifth
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-7171
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-7171
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38261, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38261, TN include Union City Middle School, Lake Road Elementary School and Ridgemont Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38261?
4 public elementary schools are located in 38261.
What is the racial composition of students in 38261?
38261 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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