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9.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Cottontown, Tennessee

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 9.6/10
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Oakmont Elementary

9.6/10

Elementary · Sumner County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

1

in this city

Avg Score

9.6

out of 10

Median Home

$382,400

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Cottontown

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Oakmont Elementary 9.6 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
9.6/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$98,012

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$382,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
28%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
90%

Of occupied housing units

How Cottontown compares

Median household income

$98k

151% of Tennessee median

About Schools in Cottontown, Tennessee

Cottontown, Tennessee is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 9.6 out of 10, schools in Cottontown perform strongly 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 Cottontown is Oakmont Elementary with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Cottontown is served by 1 school district: Sumner County. These districts collectively serve 30,661 students.

Cottontown's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $98,012. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.

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
1 136 students · Kindergarten–5th 9.6

Schools in Cottontown

Cottontown, Tennessee · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$98,012

Median Home Value

$382,400

Median Rent

$865/mo

Population

6,325

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Community Profile

Cottontown has a median household income of $98,012. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $382,400, with a median rent of $865/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Cottontown, Tennessee

How many schools are in Cottontown, Tennessee?

Cottontown has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Cottontown, Tennessee?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cottontown is 9.6 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 Cottontown, Tennessee?

The top-ranked school in Cottontown on MySchoolScout is Oakmont Elementary with a composite score of 9.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Cottontown, Tennessee?

The top-ranked elementary school in Cottontown on MySchoolScout is Oakmont Elementary with a composite score of 9.6/10.

How many school districts serve Cottontown, Tennessee?

Cottontown is served by 1 school district: Sumner County.

What is the education level in Cottontown, Tennessee?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Cottontown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Cottontown, Tennessee?

The median household income in Cottontown is approximately $98,012 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Cottontown, Tennessee?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cottontown is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cottontown, 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.