Best Schools in Morristown, Tennessee
20 schools · 11 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Morristown?
Use this page to compare every school in Morristown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lincoln Heights Elementary
Elementary · Hamblen County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Alpha Elementary
Elementary · Hamblen County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Witt Elementary
Elementary · Hamblen County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Morristown for 2026 are Lincoln Heights Elementary (8.4/10), Alpha Elementary (8.2/10), and Witt Elementary (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 20 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
20
15 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$175,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
20
15 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$175,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Morristown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (20 of 20). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Heights Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Alpha Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Witt Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | West Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Union Heights Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 6 | West View Middle School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | All Saints' Episcopal School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Lincoln Heights Middle School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Morristown Covenant Academy | 6.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Fairview Marguerite | 6.8 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $49,433
- Median home value
- $175,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
35% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Morristown compares
Tennessee rank
#109 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$49k
76% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
20
About Schools in Morristown, Tennessee
Morristown, Tennessee gives parents a compact but capable public school system to evaluate. The city has 15 ranked public schools spanning all three grade bands, and the numbers lean positive: 9 of those 15 schools — 60% — score 7 or higher out of 10. The citywide average sits at 6.6, which means the floor is respectable and the ceiling is well above it.
Elementary options anchor the strongest end of the landscape. Alpha Elementary leads every school in the city with an 8.0 rating, the highest score across all grade levels. Lincoln Heights Elementary follows close behind at 7.7, giving families in the eastern parts of the city a high-performing option near home. For parents prioritizing a strong academic start, Morristown's elementary tier is where the city shows its best work.
The middle and high school picture is equally consistent for families who stay in the district. West View Middle School and Lincoln Heights Middle School both score 7.7, essentially matching the elementary feeder pattern and signaling that academic quality carries through rather than dropping off. Morristown West High rounds out the top five with a 7.8 rating — a strong result for a public high school and one of the better scores in the region. The alignment between the Lincoln Heights elementary, middle, and high school pipeline is worth noting: families who start at Lincoln Heights Elementary can follow a coherent, well-rated path through all three levels.
For parents comparing Morristown to neighboring cities, the 60% above-7.0 rate and a top school at 8.0 position it as a solid mid-tier market — not a standout district, but well above average and free of the wide performance gaps that create difficult enrollment decisions in larger cities. With 15 ranked schools concentrated in a small geographic footprint, most families will have at least one 7.0-plus option within reasonable distance. The key practical move is checking which feeder pattern your address falls in — the Lincoln Heights and West View corridors both produce strong outcomes across all three grade levels.
Elementary Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 554 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 594 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 216 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 | ||
| 4 | 448 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 5 | 304 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 6 | 502 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 7 | 639 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 8 | 618 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 9 | 257 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.0 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | All Saints' Episcopal School
Private
52 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.0 | ||
Show all 11 elementary schools in Morristown
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 590 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 568 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 |
| 3 | 597 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,520 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 1,499 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.3 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Morristown Covenant Academy
Private
72 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | Faith Christian Academy
Private
45 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.9 | ||
| 3 | Lakeway Christian School
Private
32 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.1 | ||
Schools in Morristown
Morristown, Tennessee · 20 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$49,433
Median Home Value
$175,300
Median Rent
$836/mo
Population
52,321
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Community Profile
Morristown has a median household income of $49,433. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,300, with a median rent of $836/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.5%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 11
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
- Other
- 4
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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.
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Common questions about schools in Morristown, Tennessee
How many schools are in Morristown, Tennessee?
Morristown has 20 schools, including 15 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Morristown, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Morristown is 6.2 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 Morristown, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Morristown on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Heights Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Morristown, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Morristown on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Heights Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Morristown, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Morristown on MySchoolScout is West View Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Morristown, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Morristown on MySchoolScout is Morristown East High with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Morristown, Tennessee?
Morristown is served by 1 school district: Hamblen County.
What is the education level in Morristown, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Morristown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Morristown, Tennessee?
The median household income in Morristown is approximately $49,433 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Morristown, Tennessee?
Yes, Morristown has 5 private schools alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is All Saints' Episcopal School with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Morristown, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Morristown is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Morristown, 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.