For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,024 students in Newbern, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Newbern, TN are Newbern Elementary School, Dyer County High School and Northview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newbern, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Newbern have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Newbern, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newbern Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 North York St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2139
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2139
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Dyer County High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 West Main St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2229
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2229
Gr: 9-12 | 1,052 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
820 Williams St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-3713
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-3713
Gr: 6-8 | 445 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Newbern, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Newbern, TN include Newbern Elementary School, Dyer County High School and Northview Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Newbern?
3 public schools are located in Newbern.
What is the racial composition of students in Newbern?
Newbern public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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