7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Petersburg, Tennessee

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $66,016
Median home value: $212,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 17%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Petersburg compares

Median household income

$66k

102% of Tennessee median

About Schools in Petersburg, Tennessee

Petersburg, Tennessee is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Petersburg perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Petersburg is Unity School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Petersburg is served by 1 school district: Lincoln County. These districts collectively serve 3,930 students.

Petersburg's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,016. The poverty rate in the area is 9.7%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Unity School 417 students · Pre-K–8th	417	Pre-K–8th	7.8

Schools in Petersburg

Petersburg, Tennessee · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,016

Median Home Value

$212,000

Median Rent

$890/mo

Population

2,941

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Community Profile

Petersburg has a median household income of $66,016. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $212,000, with a median rent of $890/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Tennessee
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Resources

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School District

Lincoln County

8 schools · 3,930 students

Nearby Cities

Fayetteville (10 schools)

11 mi

Cornersville (2 schools)

12 mi

Taft (1 school)

14 mi

Lewisburg (5 schools)

Lynnville (2 schools)

20 mi

Flintville (1 school)

21 mi

Lynchburg (2 schools)

19 mi

Shelbyville (9 schools)

22 mi

Chapel Hill (3 schools)

27 mi

Unionville (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in Tennessee

Top metros statewide by school count.

Memphis 242 schools Nashville 167 schools Knoxville 116 schools Chattanooga 72 schools Clarksville 51 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Petersburg, Tennessee

How many schools are in Petersburg, Tennessee?

Petersburg has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Petersburg, Tennessee?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Petersburg is 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Petersburg, Tennessee?

The top-ranked school in Petersburg on MySchoolScout is Unity School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Petersburg, Tennessee?

The top-ranked elementary school in Petersburg on MySchoolScout is Unity School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Petersburg, Tennessee?

Petersburg is served by 1 school district: Lincoln County.

What is the education level in Petersburg, Tennessee?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Petersburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Petersburg, Tennessee?

The median household income in Petersburg is approximately $66,016 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Petersburg is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Petersburg, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.