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Best Schools in Oneida, Tennessee

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.0/10
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Choosing a school in Oneida?

Use this page to compare every school in Oneida 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.

Oneida Elementary

6.6/10

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

Landmark Christian Academy

6.6/10

Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Oneida Middle School

5.9/10

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

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Oneida for 2026 are Oneida Elementary (6.6/10), Landmark Christian Academy (6.6/10), and Oneida Middle School (5.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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

5

4 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.0

out of 10

Median Home

$147,300

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Oneida

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Oneida Elementary 6.6 / 10
2 Landmark Christian Academy 6.6 / 10
3 Oneida Middle School 5.9 / 10
4 Burchfield Elementary 5.9 / 10
5 Oneida High School 5.2 / 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
6.0/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$47,928

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$147,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
11%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
27 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
72%

Of occupied housing units

How Oneida compares

Tennessee rank

#127 of 182

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.3

below Tennessee avg (6.4)

Median household income

$48k

74% of Tennessee median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Oneida, Tennessee

Oneida, Tennessee is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Oneida 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 Oneida is Oneida Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Oneida is served by 2 school districts: Oneida, Scott County. These districts collectively serve 3,944 students.

Oneida's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $47,928. The poverty rate in the area is 24.0%.

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: 37841 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 787 students · Pre-K–5th 6.6
2 468 students · Pre-K–8th 5.9

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 273 students · 6th–8th 5.9

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 379 students · 9th–12th 5.2

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 37 students · Pre-K–12th 6.6

Schools in Oneida

Oneida, Tennessee · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$47,928

Median Home Value

$147,300

Median Rent

$763/mo

Population

10,214

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

24.0%

Community Profile

Oneida has a median household income of $47,928. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $147,300, with a median rent of $763/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Oneida, Tennessee

How many schools are in Oneida, Tennessee?

Oneida has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Oneida, Tennessee?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oneida is 6.0 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 Oneida, Tennessee?

The top-ranked school in Oneida on MySchoolScout is Oneida Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Oneida, Tennessee?

The top-ranked elementary school in Oneida on MySchoolScout is Oneida Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Oneida, Tennessee?

The top-ranked middle school in Oneida on MySchoolScout is Oneida Middle School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best high school in Oneida, Tennessee?

The top-ranked high school in Oneida on MySchoolScout is Oneida High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.

How many school districts serve Oneida, Tennessee?

Oneida is served by 2 school districts: Oneida, Scott County.

What is the education level in Oneida, Tennessee?

According to Census data, 11% of adults in Oneida have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Oneida, Tennessee?

The median household income in Oneida is approximately $47,928 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Oneida, Tennessee?

Yes, Oneida has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Landmark Christian Academy with a score of 6.6/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Oneida, Tennessee?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oneida is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oneida, 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.