For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,623 students in Bolivar, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Bolivar, TN are Bolivar Elementary School, Central High School and Bolivar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bolivar, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Bolivar have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bolivar, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bolivar Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
445 Nuckolls Rd
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3981
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3981
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
313 Harris St
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3151
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3151
Gr: 9-12 | 663 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Bolivar Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
915 Pruitt St
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3656
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3656
Gr: 6-8 | 290 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bolivar, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Bolivar, TN include Bolivar Elementary School, Central High School and Bolivar Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bolivar?
3 public schools are located in Bolivar.
What is the racial composition of students in Bolivar?
Bolivar public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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