For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,786 students in Decatur, TN.
The top ranked public schools in Decatur, TN are Meigs North Elementary School, Meigs South Elementary School and Meigs County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Decatur, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Meigs North Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22015 State Highway 58 N
Decatur, TN 37322
(423) 334-5454
Decatur, TN 37322
(423) 334-5454
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: #22.
Meigs South Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9638 State Highway 58 S
Decatur, TN 37322
(423) 334-5444
Decatur, TN 37322
(423) 334-5444
Grades: PK-5
| 406 students
Rank: #33.
Meigs County High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
105 Abel Avenue
Decatur, TN 37322
(423) 334-5797
Decatur, TN 37322
(423) 334-5797
Grades: 9-12
| 554 students
Rank: #44.
Meigs Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
586 North Main
Decatur, TN 37322
(423) 334-9187
Decatur, TN 37322
(423) 334-9187
Grades: 6-8
| 380 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Decatur, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Decatur, TN include Meigs North Elementary School, Meigs South Elementary School and Meigs County High School.
How many public schools are located in Decatur?
4 public schools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Decatur are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Decatur include: Meigs North Elementary School vs. Meigs South Elementary School, Meigs South Elementary School vs. Meigs North Elementary School
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