Best 38079 Tennessee Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 209 students in 38079, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in 38079, TN is Lake Co High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 38079 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38079, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38079 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Co High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 38079, TN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Co High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
300 Cochran St
Tiptonville, TN 38079
(731) 253-7734
Gr: 9-12 | 209 students Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38079, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38079, TN include Lake Co High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38079?
1 public high schools are located in 38079.
What is the racial composition of students in 38079?
38079 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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