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Best Henderson County Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 3,961 students in Henderson County, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 56 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Henderson County, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Henderson County, TN are South Side Elementary School, Lexington Middle School and Paul G. Caywood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Henderson County, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Henderson County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Henderson County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Side Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
29855 Hwy 104 South
Reagan, TN 38368
(731) 549-3718
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Lexington Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
112 Airways
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Gr: 6-8 | 238 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
162 Monroe Ave
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Lexington High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
284 White St
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-2961
Gr: 9-12 | 890 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Westover Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
300 Crucifer Rd
Huron, TN 38345
(731) 968-9846
Gr: PK-8 | 546 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Beaver Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
19830 Highway 22 North
Wildersville, TN 38388
(731) 968-2109
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Scotts Hill High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7871 Highway 100
Reagan, TN 38368
(731) 549-2909
Gr: 9-12 | 480 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #88.
Pin Oak Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
19925 Hwy 412 East
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7341
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #99.
Bargerton Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6141 Poplar Springs/bargerton
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7484
Gr: PK-8 | 263 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #1010.
South Haven Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5455 Highway 22 A
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-6890
Gr: PK-8 | 341 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
Henderson County Virtual School
680 East Church St
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 967-9527
Gr: 6-12 | 49 students Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Henderson County, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Henderson County, TN include South Side Elementary School, Lexington Middle School and Paul G. Caywood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Henderson County?
9 public schools are located in Henderson County.
What percentage of students in Henderson County go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Henderson County are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Henderson County?
Henderson County public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Henderson County are often viewed compared to one another?

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