For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 623 students in South Fulton, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in South Fulton, TN are South Fulton Elementary School and South Fulton Middle / High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Fulton, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in South Fulton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in South Fulton, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
209 John C. Jones Pkwy
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-2304
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-2304
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
South Fulton Middle / High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1302 South Fulton Dr
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-1441
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-1441
Gr: 6-12 | 334 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in South Fulton, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in South Fulton, TN include South Fulton Elementary School and South Fulton Middle / High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in South Fulton?
2 public elementary schools are located in South Fulton.
What is the racial composition of students in South Fulton?
South Fulton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in South Fulton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in South Fulton include: South Fulton Elementary School vs. South Fulton Middle / High School, South Fulton Middle / High School vs. South Fulton Elementary School
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