For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 558 students in Clay County, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Clay County, TN is Celina K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clay County, TN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clay County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clay County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Celina K-8
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1324 Mitchell St
Celina, TN 38551
(931) 243-2391
Celina, TN 38551
(931) 243-2391
Gr: PK-8 | 528 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Clay County, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clay County, TN include Celina K-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clay County?
1 public elementary schools are located in Clay County.
What is the racial composition of students in Clay County?
Clay County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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