For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,483 students in Kingston, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 255 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Kingston, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Kingston, TN are Cherokee Middle School, Kingston Elementary School and Midway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kingston, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Kingston have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kingston, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Paint Rock Ferry Rd
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-9281
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-9281
Gr: 6-8 | 495 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Kingston Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2000 Kingston Hwy
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-5252
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-5252
Gr: PK-5 | 736 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Laurel Bluff Rd
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-2341
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-2341
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Midway High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
530 Loudon Hwy
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-5645
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-5645
Gr: 9-12 | 217 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Roane County High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
540 W. Cumberland St
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-6534
Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-6534
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kingston, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Kingston, TN include Cherokee Middle School, Kingston Elementary School and Midway Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kingston?
5 public schools are located in Kingston.
What percentage of students in Kingston go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Kingston are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kingston?
Kingston public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Kingston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Kingston include: Midway Elementary School vs. Kingston Elementary School, Midway High School vs. Roane County High School, Roane County High School vs. Midway High School
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