For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,527 students in 38556, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 67 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 38556, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38556, TN are Pine Haven Elementary School, Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute and York Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38556 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38556, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38556, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Haven Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 N York Hwy
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-9525
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-9525
Gr: PK-8 | 567 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute
(Math: 17% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 North Main St
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-8101
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-8101
Gr: 9-12 | 493 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
York Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
218 School Ave
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-5832
Jamestown, TN 38556
(931) 879-5832
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38556, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38556, TN include Pine Haven Elementary School, Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute and York Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38556?
3 public schools are located in 38556.
What percentage of students in 38556 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 38556 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38556?
38556 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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