Best Schools in Macon, Tennessee
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Southwest Elementary
Elementary · Fayette County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Macon
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 | Southwest Elementary | 4.7 / 10 |
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At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.7/10
0% of schools rated 7+
About Schools in Macon, Tennessee
Macon, Tennessee is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Macon 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 Macon is Southwest Elementary with a composite score of 4.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Macon is served by 1 school district: Fayette County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,195 students.
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 | 310 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
Schools in Macon
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Common questions about schools in Macon, Tennessee
How many schools are in Macon, Tennessee?
Macon has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Macon, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Macon is 4.7 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 Macon, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Macon on MySchoolScout is Southwest Elementary with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Macon, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Macon on MySchoolScout is Southwest Elementary with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Macon, Tennessee?
Macon is served by 1 school district: Fayette County Public Schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Macon, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Macon is 19.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Macon, 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.