For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 341 students in Old Fort, TN.
The top-ranked public school in Old Fort, TN is South Polk Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Old Fort, TN public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Old Fort have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Old Fort, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Polk Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
964 Old Federal Rd
Old Fort, TN 37362
(423) 338-4512
Old Fort, TN 37362
(423) 338-4512
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Old Fort, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Old Fort, TN include South Polk Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Old Fort?
1 public schools are located in Old Fort.
What is the racial composition of students in Old Fort?
Old Fort public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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