For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 538 students in Chuckey, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Chuckey, TN are Chuckey Elementary School and South Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chuckey, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Chuckey have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Chuckey, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chuckey Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1605 Chuckey Hwy
Chuckey, TN 37641
(423) 257-2108
Chuckey, TN 37641
(423) 257-2108
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
South Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2955 Highway 107
Chuckey, TN 37641
(423) 753-1135
Chuckey, TN 37641
(423) 753-1135
Gr: K-8 | 171 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chuckey, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Chuckey, TN include Chuckey Elementary School and South Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chuckey?
2 public schools are located in Chuckey.
What is the racial composition of students in Chuckey?
Chuckey public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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