For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 925 students in Rutledge, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rutledge, TN are Joppa Elementary School and Rutledge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rutledge, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rutledge have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rutledge, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Joppa Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4745 Rutledge Pike
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5721
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5721
Grades: PK-6
| 415 students
Rank: #22.
Rutledge Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7480 Rutledge Pike
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5530
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5530
Grades: 2-6
| 334 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Rutledge, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rutledge, TN include Joppa Elementary School and Rutledge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rutledge?
3 public elementary schools are located in Rutledge.
What is the racial composition of students in Rutledge?
Rutledge public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Rutledge are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rutledge include: Rutledge Elementary School vs. Joppa Elementary School, Joppa Elementary School vs. Rutledge Elementary School
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