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Best Hixson Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,109 students in Hixson, TN (there are , serving 532 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Hixson, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hixson, TN are Big Ridge Elementary School, Mcconnell Elementary School and Loftis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hixson, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Hixson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Hixson, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5210 Cassandra Smith Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4793
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Mcconnell Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8629 Columbus Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4704
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Loftis Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8611 Columbus Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4749
Gr: 6-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Middle Valley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1609 Thrasher Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Hixson Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5681 Old Hixson Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0600
Gr: 6-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Hixson Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5950 Winding Ln
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0621
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Hixson High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5705 Middle Valley Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 847-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Hixson, Tennessee

Hixson, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Falling Water Elementary School (Closed 2023)
715 Roberts Mill Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4711
Gr: K-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hixson, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Hixson, TN include Big Ridge Elementary School, Mcconnell Elementary School and Loftis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hixson?
7 public schools are located in Hixson.
What percentage of students in Hixson go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Hixson are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hixson?
Hixson public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Hixson are often viewed compared to one another?

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