For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 778 students in Selmer, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Selmer, TN are Selmer Elementary School and Selmer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Selmer, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Selmer have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Selmer, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Selmer Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
533 East Poplar Avenue
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-3131
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-3131
Gr: PK-5 | 548 students Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Selmer Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
635 East Poplar Avenue
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-7977
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-7977
Gr: 6-8 | 197 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
535 East Poplar Ave
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-7752
Selmer, TN 38375
(731) 645-7752
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Selmer, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Selmer, TN include Selmer Elementary School and Selmer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Selmer?
4 public elementary schools are located in Selmer.
What is the racial composition of students in Selmer?
Selmer public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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