Best Schools in Collinwood, Tennessee
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Collinwood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Collinwood Elementary
Elementary · Wayne County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Collinwood High School
High · Wayne County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Collinwood Middle School
Middle · Wayne County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Collinwood for 2026 are Collinwood Elementary (6.7/10), Collinwood High School (6.3/10), and Collinwood Middle School (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$80,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$80,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Collinwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Collinwood Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Collinwood High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Collinwood Middle School | 4.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $42,773
- Median home value
- $80,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Collinwood compares
Tennessee rank
#138 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$43k
66% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Collinwood, Tennessee
Collinwood, Tennessee is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Collinwood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Collinwood is Collinwood Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Collinwood is served by 1 school district: Wayne County. These districts collectively serve 2,149 students.
Collinwood's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $42,773. The poverty rate in the area is 23.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 374 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 234 students · 5th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 255 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Collinwood
Collinwood, Tennessee · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$42,773
Median Home Value
$80,300
Median Rent
$623/mo
Population
2,633
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
23.2%
Community Profile
Collinwood has a median household income of $42,773. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $80,300, with a median rent of $623/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Collinwood, Tennessee
How many schools are in Collinwood, Tennessee?
Collinwood has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Collinwood, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Collinwood is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Collinwood, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Collinwood on MySchoolScout is Collinwood Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Collinwood, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Collinwood on MySchoolScout is Collinwood Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Collinwood, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Collinwood on MySchoolScout is Collinwood Middle School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best high school in Collinwood, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Collinwood on MySchoolScout is Collinwood High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Collinwood, Tennessee?
Collinwood is served by 1 school district: Wayne County.
What is the education level in Collinwood, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Collinwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Collinwood, Tennessee?
The median household income in Collinwood is approximately $42,773 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Collinwood, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Collinwood is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Collinwood, Tennessee?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.