For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,566 students in 38544, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38544, TN are Cornerstone Elementary School and Upperman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38544 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38544, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38544, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
371 First Avenue South
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-9190
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-9190
Grades: 2-4
| 367 students
Rank: #22.
Upperman Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Nashville Hwy
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-6601
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-6601
Grades: 5-8
| 847 students
Rank: n/an/a
125 Elmore Town Road
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3110
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3110
Grades: PK-1
| 352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38544, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38544, TN include Cornerstone Elementary School and Upperman Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38544?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38544.
What is the racial composition of students in 38544?
38544 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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