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Best Henderson County Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 2,413 students in Henderson County, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Henderson County, TN are South Side Elementary School, Lexington Middle School and Westover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Henderson County, TN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Henderson County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle 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.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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 middle schools in Henderson County, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Henderson County, TN include South Side Elementary School, Lexington Middle School and Westover Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in Henderson County?
7 public middle schools are located in Henderson County.
What is the racial composition of students in Henderson County?
Henderson County public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
Which public middle schools in Henderson County are often viewed compared to one another?

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