Best Schools in Whitwell, Tennessee
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Whitwell by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Whitwell Elementary
Elementary · Marion County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Whitwell Middle School
Middle · Marion County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Whitwell High School
High · Marion County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Whitwell for 2026 are Whitwell Elementary (7.2/10), Whitwell Middle School (6.5/10), and Whitwell High School (4.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$160,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$160,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Whitwell
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Whitwell Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Whitwell Middle School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Whitwell High School | 4.2 / 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
- Median household income
- $55,776
- Median home value
- $160,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Whitwell compares
Tennessee rank
#134 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$56k
86% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Whitwell, Tennessee
Whitwell, Tennessee is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Whitwell 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 Whitwell is Whitwell Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Whitwell is served by 1 school district: Marion County. These districts collectively serve 3,996 students.
Whitwell's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,776. The poverty rate in the area is 15.4%.
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 | 511 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 310 students · 5th–8th | 6.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 337 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
Schools in Whitwell
Whitwell, Tennessee · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,776
Median Home Value
$160,700
Median Rent
$754/mo
Population
10,044
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Community Profile
Whitwell has a median household income of $55,776. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $160,700, with a median rent of $754/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.4%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Whitwell, Tennessee
How many schools are in Whitwell, Tennessee?
Whitwell has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Whitwell, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Whitwell 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 Whitwell, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Whitwell on MySchoolScout is Whitwell Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Whitwell, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Whitwell on MySchoolScout is Whitwell Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Whitwell, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Whitwell on MySchoolScout is Whitwell Middle School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Whitwell, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Whitwell on MySchoolScout is Whitwell High School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Whitwell, Tennessee?
Whitwell is served by 1 school district: Marion County.
What is the education level in Whitwell, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Whitwell have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Whitwell, Tennessee?
The median household income in Whitwell is approximately $55,776 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Whitwell, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Whitwell is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Whitwell, 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.