Best Schools in Greeneville, Tennessee
21 schools · 8 Elementary · 3 Middle · 5 High · 5 Other
Choosing a school in Greeneville?
Use this page to compare every school in Greeneville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
South Greene Middle School
Middle · Greene County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
North Greene Middle School
Middle · Greene County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Tennessee Online Public School at Greeneville
Other · Greeneville. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Greeneville for 2026 are South Greene Middle School (8.6/10), North Greene Middle School (8.3/10), and Tennessee Online Public School at Greeneville (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 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
21
17 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$194,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
21
17 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$194,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Greeneville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 15 rated schools; 21 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Greene Middle School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | North Greene Middle School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Tennessee Online Public School at Greeneville | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Camp Creek Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Nolachuckey Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Eastview Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Highland Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Doak Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Greeneville Middle School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Greeneville High School | 7.0 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $53,874
- Median home value
- $194,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
58% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Greeneville compares
Tennessee rank
#53 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$54k
83% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
19
Greeneville's public schools split across 2 districts
No single ISD owns Greeneville. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.
The largest shares: Greene County (10), Greeneville (7).
Among 15 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.1 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Greeneville, not a citywide average.
- Greene County10 public · 59%
- Greeneville7 public · 41%
About Schools in Greeneville, Tennessee
Greeneville, Tennessee has 15 ranked public schools with a city-wide average score of 7.6 out of 10. That number reflects genuine system-wide performance: 11 of those 15 schools — 73% — score 7 or higher. For parents researching the area, the practical implication is a high floor. Most families will find a solid school near them regardless of where in Greeneville they land.
The two highest-rated schools in the city are both at the middle school level. North Greene Middle School leads with a 9.3 out of 10, the top score among all 15 ranked schools. South Greene Middle School follows at 8.9. Both sit more than a full point above the city average of 7.6. For families thinking past the elementary years, that consistency signals something important: students aren't moving from strong elementary programs into a quality gap.
The top three elementary schools are competitive and closely grouped. Highland Elementary scores 8.8. Camp Creek Elementary and Eastview Elementary both come in at 8.4. The spread between highest and lowest among those three is less than half a point — and all three land well above the city average. Parents with younger children have genuine choices without a significant performance gap between options. The selection decision at the elementary level is more about location and fit than about chasing a clearly superior school.
For parents comparing Greeneville against peer cities, the 73% rate of schools scoring 7 or higher is the sharpest signal in the data. When nearly three in four public schools clear that bar, families don't need to map the district carefully to avoid underperforming zones. School selection here shifts toward fit — size, culture, and program — rather than risk avoidance. That's a strong position for a family to be in when starting the search.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 323 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 328 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 367 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 160 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 5 | 565 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 6 | 444 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 7 | 371 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.0 |
| 8 | 415 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 303 students · 6th–8th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 258 students · 5th–8th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 582 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 938 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 296 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 | ||
| 3 | 488 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | River AcademyPrivate 54 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Stokes AcademyPrivate 36 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.9 | ||
| 2 | 20 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — | ||
| 3 | 28 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 191 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 100 students · TK–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Greeneville
Greeneville, Tennessee · 21 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$53,874
Median Home Value
$194,900
Median Rent
$703/mo
Population
44,549
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Community Profile
Greeneville has a median household income of $53,874. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $194,900, with a median rent of $703/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.6%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 5
- Other
- 5
Resources
School Districts (2)
Other Major Cities in Tennessee
Top metros statewide by school count.
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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Greeneville, Tennessee
How many schools are in Greeneville, Tennessee?
Greeneville has 21 schools, including 17 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Greeneville, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Greeneville is 6.9 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 Greeneville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Greeneville on MySchoolScout is South Greene Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Greeneville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Greeneville on MySchoolScout is Camp Creek Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Greeneville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Greeneville on MySchoolScout is South Greene Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Greeneville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Greeneville on MySchoolScout is Greeneville High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Greeneville, Tennessee?
Greeneville is served by 2 school districts: Greene County, Greeneville.
What is the education level in Greeneville, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Greeneville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Greeneville, Tennessee?
The median household income in Greeneville is approximately $53,874 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Greeneville, Tennessee?
Yes, Greeneville has 4 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Towering Oaks Christian School with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Greeneville, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Greeneville is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Greeneville, 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.