For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 627 students in Bradford, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Bradford, TN are Bradford High School and Bradford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bradford, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Bradford have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bradford, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradford High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
136 Highway 45 S
Bradford, TN 38316
(731) 742-3729
Bradford, TN 38316
(731) 742-3729
Gr: 6-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Bradford Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
136 Highway 45 S
Bradford, TN 38316
(731) 742-2118
Bradford, TN 38316
(731) 742-2118
Gr: PK-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bradford, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Bradford, TN include Bradford High School and Bradford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bradford?
2 public schools are located in Bradford.
What is the racial composition of students in Bradford?
Bradford public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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