For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 744 students in Harrogate, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 170 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in Harrogate, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Harrogate, TN are H. Y. Livesay Middle School, Ellen Myers Primary and Forge Ridge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harrogate, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Harrogate have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Harrogate, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
H. Y. Livesay Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
475 Hwy 63
Harrogate, TN 37752
(423) 869-4663
Harrogate, TN 37752
(423) 869-4663
Gr: 5-8 | 278 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Ellen Myers Primary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
275 Nettleton Rd
Harrogate, TN 37752
(423) 869-2172
Harrogate, TN 37752
(423) 869-2172
Gr: PK-4 | 334 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Forge Ridge School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
160 Hill Rd
Harrogate, TN 37752
(423) 869-2768
Harrogate, TN 37752
(423) 869-2768
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Harrogate, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Harrogate, TN include H. Y. Livesay Middle School, Ellen Myers Primary and Forge Ridge School.
How many public schools are located in Harrogate?
3 public schools are located in Harrogate.
What percentage of students in Harrogate go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in Harrogate are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Harrogate?
Harrogate public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Harrogate are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Harrogate include: Ellen Myers Primary vs. Forge Ridge School, Forge Ridge School vs. Ellen Myers Primary
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