For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,041 students in Monterey, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 79 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Monterey, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Monterey, TN are Burks Elementary School and Monterey High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monterey, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Monterey have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Monterey, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burks Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Crossville St
Monterey, TN 38574
(931) 839-7641
Monterey, TN 38574
(931) 839-7641
Gr: PK-6 | 515 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Monterey High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
710 East Commercial Ave
Monterey, TN 38574
(931) 839-2970
Monterey, TN 38574
(931) 839-2970
Gr: 7-12 | 526 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monterey, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Monterey, TN include Burks Elementary School and Monterey High School.
How many public schools are located in Monterey?
2 public schools are located in Monterey.
What percentage of students in Monterey go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Monterey are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Monterey?
Monterey public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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