Coalfield School

Coalfield School is a regular public school located in the rural setting of Coalfield, Tennessee. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 509 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1 with 33 full-time equivalent teachers. Coalfield School currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10, ranking it at number 1464 among Tennessee’s 1796 schools (18th percentile).

The academic score is 2.9 out of 10, with proficiency rates showing that 22% of students are proficient in ELA/Reading, 17% in Math, and 38% in Science, while 27% are proficient in Social Studies. Despite these numbers, the school focuses on student development and continuous improvement. Coalfield School is situated near a small town in Morgan County, offering a tight-knit community atmosphere where students benefit from personalized attention from their teachers.

The school’s rural setting gives it a unique character that sets it apart, fostering a close relationship between families and educators within the local community.

While current test scores at Coalfield School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Coalfield School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.