7.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Spencer, Tennessee

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.3/10
Median household income: $51,458
Median home value: $137,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 12%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 80%

How Spencer compares

Median household income

$51k

79% of Tennessee median

About Schools in Spencer, Tennessee

Spencer, Tennessee is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Spencer perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Spencer is Spencer Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Spencer is served by 1 school district: Van Buren County. These districts collectively serve 754 students.

Spencer's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,458. The poverty rate in the area is 16.1%.

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	Spencer Elementary 368 students · Pre-K–5th	368	Pre-K–5th	7.4

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Van Buren Co High School 386 students · 6th–12th	386	6th–12th	7.1

Schools in Spencer

Spencer, Tennessee · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$51,458

Median Home Value

$137,500

Median Rent

$705/mo

Population

4,550

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Community Profile

Spencer has a median household income of $51,458. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $137,500, with a median rent of $705/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Tennessee
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.3/10

Resources

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School District

Van Buren County

2 schools · 754 students

Nearby Cities

Rock Island (1 school)

11 mi

Sparta (7 schools)

14 mi

Pikeville (5 schools)

18 mi

Mcminnville (10 schools)

19 mi

Mc Minnville (5 schools)

20 mi

Pleasant Hill (1 school)

22 mi

Dunlap (5 schools)

26 mi

Gruetli-Laager (2 schools)

27 mi

Cookeville (17 schools)

29 mi

Altamont (1 school)

27 mi

Smithville (6 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 Spencer, Tennessee

How many schools are in Spencer, Tennessee?

Spencer has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Spencer, Tennessee?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spencer is 7.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Spencer on MySchoolScout is Spencer Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Spencer, Tennessee?

The top-ranked elementary school in Spencer on MySchoolScout is Spencer Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best high school in Spencer, Tennessee?

The top-ranked high school in Spencer on MySchoolScout is Van Buren Co High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Spencer, Tennessee?

Spencer is served by 1 school district: Van Buren County.

What is the education level in Spencer, Tennessee?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Spencer have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Spencer, Tennessee?

The median household income in Spencer is approximately $51,458 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spencer is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spencer, 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.