Best Schools in Pelham, Tennessee
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Pelham Elementary
Elementary · Grundy County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$160,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$160,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pelham
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 | Pelham Elementary | 7.1 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $60,050
- Median home value
- $160,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pelham compares
Median household income
$60k
93% of Tennessee median
About Schools in Pelham, Tennessee
Pelham, Tennessee is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Pelham perform strongly 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 Pelham is Pelham Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pelham is served by 1 school district: Grundy County. These districts collectively serve 1,719 students.
Pelham's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,050. The poverty rate in the area is 12.4%.
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 | 180 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.1 |
Schools in Pelham
Pelham, Tennessee · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,050
Median Home Value
$160,600
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
1,041
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Community Profile
Pelham has a median household income of $60,050. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $160,600, with a median rent of $956/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Pelham, Tennessee
How many schools are in Pelham, Tennessee?
Pelham has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pelham, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pelham is 7.1 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 Pelham, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Pelham on MySchoolScout is Pelham Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pelham, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pelham on MySchoolScout is Pelham Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Pelham, Tennessee?
Pelham is served by 1 school district: Grundy County.
What is the education level in Pelham, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Pelham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pelham, Tennessee?
The median household income in Pelham is approximately $60,050 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pelham, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pelham is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pelham, 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.