Best Schools in Mcminnville, Tennessee
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Mcminnville?
Use this page to compare every school in Mcminnville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Irving College Elementary
Elementary · Warren County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West Elementary
Elementary · Warren County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dibrell Elementary
Elementary · Warren County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mcminnville for 2026 are Irving College Elementary (8.4/10), West Elementary (6.3/10), and Dibrell Elementary (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
10
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$178,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$178,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mcminnville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irving College Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | West Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Dibrell Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Bobby Ray Memorial | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Warren Connect | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Centertown Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Warren County Middle School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Hickory Creek School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Warren County High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Warren County Alternative Academy | 3.1 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $53,135
- Median home value
- $178,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
10% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mcminnville compares
Tennessee rank
#151 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$53k
82% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Mcminnville, Tennessee
McMinnville is a mid-size Tennessee city served by 10 ranked public schools, all operating within the Warren County school system. Scores range from 6.0 to 8.4 out of 10, with a city average of 6.0. Only 2 of those 10 schools — 20% — score 7 or higher, so performance is concentrated at the top rather than spread evenly across the district. Parents should evaluate individual schools rather than assume consistent quality city-wide.
The strongest option is Irving College Elementary, which scores 8.4 out of 10 — the highest in the city and a full 2.4 points above the local average. It stands apart clearly. Bobby Ray Memorial Elementary follows at 7.2, making it the second and final school in McMinnville to clear the 7-point mark. These two schools define the upper tier. Warren Connect, an alternative program, scores 6.9 and sits just below that threshold. Warren County High School — the city's main public secondary school — scores 6.1, essentially at the city average. West Elementary matches that average exactly at 6.0.
The elementary level offers the most meaningful differentiation. Irving College Elementary and Bobby Ray Memorial both pull ahead of the rest of the city, giving parents of younger children two above-average options to evaluate. The high school picture is simpler and narrower: Warren County High School is the primary public secondary option, and its score reflects average rather than standout performance.
Parents targeting strong academic outcomes for elementary-age children have a clear starting point in Irving College Elementary. Families with high schoolers have fewer high-scoring alternatives within the public system and may want to factor in course offerings, extracurricular programming, or private school options when deciding. The fact that only 1 in 5 schools scores 7 or above is a useful anchor: McMinnville has real high performers at the top, but the bulk of the system clusters at the average. Knowing exactly where a prospective school falls on that range is the most important variable in this market.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 288 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 511 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 351 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.0 |
| 4 | 548 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
| 5 | 571 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 |
| 6 | 647 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 767 students · 6th–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,845 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
| 2 | 34 students · 6th–12th | 3.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 132 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Mcminnville
Mcminnville, Tennessee · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,135
Median Home Value
$178,900
Median Rent
$767/mo
Population
33,772
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Community Profile
Mcminnville has a median household income of $53,135. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $178,900, with a median rent of $767/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.6%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 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 Mcminnville, Tennessee
How many schools are in Mcminnville, Tennessee?
Mcminnville has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mcminnville, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mcminnville is 5.6 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 Mcminnville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Mcminnville on MySchoolScout is Irving College Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mcminnville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mcminnville on MySchoolScout is Irving College Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Mcminnville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Mcminnville on MySchoolScout is Warren County Middle School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best high school in Mcminnville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Mcminnville on MySchoolScout is Warren County High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Mcminnville, Tennessee?
Mcminnville is served by 1 school district: Warren County.
What is the education level in Mcminnville, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Mcminnville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mcminnville, Tennessee?
The median household income in Mcminnville is approximately $53,135 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mcminnville, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mcminnville is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mcminnville, 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.