Best Schools in Taft, Tennessee
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Blanche School
Elementary · Lincoln County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$244,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$244,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Taft
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 | Blanche School | 8.8 / 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
- 8.8/10
- Median household income
- $64,630
- Median home value
- $244,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Taft compares
Median household income
$65k
100% of Tennessee median
About Schools in Taft, Tennessee
Taft, Tennessee is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in Taft 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 Taft is Blanche School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Taft is served by 1 school district: Lincoln County. These districts collectively serve 3,930 students.
Taft's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,630. The poverty rate in the area is 22.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 341 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.8 |
Schools in Taft
Taft, Tennessee · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,630
Median Home Value
$244,400
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
1,931
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Community Profile
Taft has a median household income of $64,630. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $244,400, with a median rent of $635/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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Common questions about schools in Taft, Tennessee
How many schools are in Taft, Tennessee?
Taft has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Taft, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Taft is 8.8 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 Taft, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Taft on MySchoolScout is Blanche School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Taft, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Taft on MySchoolScout is Blanche School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
How many school districts serve Taft, Tennessee?
Taft is served by 1 school district: Lincoln County.
What is the education level in Taft, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Taft have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Taft, Tennessee?
The median household income in Taft is approximately $64,630 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Taft, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Taft is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Taft, 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.