For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,894 students in 38572, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 38572, TN are South Cumberland Elementary School, Homestead Elementary School and Frank P. Brown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38572 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38572, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38572, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Cumberland Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3536 Lantana Rd
Crossville, TN 38572
(931) 788-6713
Crossville, TN 38572
(931) 788-6713
Gr: PK-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Homestead Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3889 Highway 127 South
Crossville, TN 38572
(931) 456-8344
Crossville, TN 38572
(931) 456-8344
Gr: PK-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Frank P. Brown Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3766 Dunbar Rd
Crossville, TN 38572
(931) 788-2248
Crossville, TN 38572
(931) 788-2248
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38572, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38572, TN include South Cumberland Elementary School, Homestead Elementary School and Frank P. Brown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38572?
3 public schools are located in 38572.
What is the racial composition of students in 38572?
38572 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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