For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,556 students in 38544, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38544, TN are Cornerstone Elementary School and Upperman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38544 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38544, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38544, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
371 First Avenue South
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-9190
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-9190
Gr: 2-4 | 378 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Upperman Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Nashville Hwy
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-6601
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-6601
Gr: 5-8 | 851 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
125 Elmore Town Road
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3110
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3110
Gr: PK-1 | 327 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38544, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38544, TN include Cornerstone Elementary School and Upperman Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38544?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38544.
What is the racial composition of students in 38544?
38544 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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