For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 670 students in Decaturville, TN.
The top-ranked public school in Decaturville, TN is Decaturville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decaturville, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Decaturville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Decaturville, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decaturville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
820 South West St
Decaturville, TN 38329
(731) 852-4616
Decaturville, TN 38329
(731) 852-4616
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Decaturville, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4250 Highway 641 South
Decaturville, TN 38329
(731) 852-3941
Decaturville, TN 38329
(731) 852-3941
Gr: 9-12 | 440 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Decaturville, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Decaturville, TN include Decaturville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Decaturville?
3 public schools are located in Decaturville.
What is the racial composition of students in Decaturville?
Decaturville public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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