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6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Oliver Springs, Tennessee

7 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 6
Private: 1
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.9/10
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Choosing a school in Oliver Springs?

Use this page to compare every school in Oliver Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Dyllis Springs Elementary

8.8/10

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

Oliver Springs Middle

7.4/10

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

Norwood Middle School

7.3/10

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

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Oliver Springs for 2026 are Dyllis Springs Elementary (8.8/10), Oliver Springs Middle (7.4/10), and Norwood Middle School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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

7

6 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.9

out of 10

Median Home

$185,100

home value · ACS

Districts

3

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Oliver Springs

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Dyllis Springs Elementary 8.8 / 10
2 Oliver Springs Middle 7.4 / 10
3 Norwood Middle School 7.3 / 10
4 Norwood Elementary 6.7 / 10
5 Mount Pisgah Christian Academy 6.7 / 10
6 Oliver Springs High School 6.4 / 10
7 Petros Joyner Elementary 4.7 / 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

43% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$60,064

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$185,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
16%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
30 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
77%

Of occupied housing units

How Oliver Springs compares

Tennessee rank

#56 of 182

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Tennessee avg (6.4)

Median household income

$60k

93% of Tennessee median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Oliver Springs, Tennessee

Oliver Springs, Tennessee is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Oliver Springs 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 Oliver Springs is Dyllis Springs Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Oliver Springs is served by 3 school districts: Anderson County, Morgan County, Roane County. These districts collectively serve 15,306 students.

Oliver Springs's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,064. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 37840 (7)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 334 students · Pre-K–5th 8.8
2 214 students · Pre-K–5th 6.7
3 159 students · Pre-K–8th 4.7

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 164 students · 6th–8th 7.4
2 158 students · 6th–8th 7.3

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 284 students · 9th–12th 6.4

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 124 students · Kindergarten–12th 6.7

Schools in Oliver Springs

Oliver Springs, Tennessee · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$60,064

Median Home Value

$185,100

Median Rent

$630/mo

Population

10,402

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Community Profile

Oliver Springs has a median household income of $60,064. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $185,100, with a median rent of $630/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Oliver Springs, Tennessee

How many schools are in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

Oliver Springs has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oliver Springs 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 Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

The top-ranked school in Oliver Springs on MySchoolScout is Dyllis Springs Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

The top-ranked elementary school in Oliver Springs on MySchoolScout is Dyllis Springs Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

The top-ranked middle school in Oliver Springs on MySchoolScout is Oliver Springs Middle with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best high school in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

The top-ranked high school in Oliver Springs on MySchoolScout is Oliver Springs High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.

How many school districts serve Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

Oliver Springs is served by 3 school districts: Anderson County, Morgan County, Roane County.

What is the education level in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

According to Census data, 16% of adults in Oliver Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

The median household income in Oliver Springs is approximately $60,064 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

Yes, Oliver Springs has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mount Pisgah Christian Academy with a score of 6.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Oliver Springs, Tennessee?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oliver Springs is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oliver Springs, 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.