For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 759 students in Middleton, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Middleton, TN are Middleton Elementary School and Middleton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Middleton, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Middleton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Middleton, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middleton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
180 Robin Cir
Middleton, TN 38052
(731) 376-0160
Middleton, TN 38052
(731) 376-0160
Gr: PK-6 | 349 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Middleton High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
138 Florida Ave
Middleton, TN 38052
(731) 376-8391
Middleton, TN 38052
(731) 376-8391
Gr: 7-12 | 410 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Middleton, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Middleton, TN include Middleton Elementary School and Middleton High School.
How many public schools are located in Middleton?
2 public schools are located in Middleton.
What is the racial composition of students in Middleton?
Middleton public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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