For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 456 students in Dowelltown, TN (there are , serving 3 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Dowelltown, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in Dowelltown, TN is Dekalb West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dowelltown, TN public school have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Dowelltown have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dowelltown, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dekalb West Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Bulldog Ln
Dowelltown, TN 37059
(615) 536-5332
Dowelltown, TN 37059
(615) 536-5332
Grades: PK-8
| 456 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dowelltown, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Dowelltown, TN include Dekalb West Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dowelltown?
1 public schools are located in Dowelltown.
What percentage of students in Dowelltown go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Dowelltown are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dowelltown?
Dowelltown public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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