For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 762 students in Whitwell, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Whitwell, TN are Whitwell Elementary School and Whitwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whitwell, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Whitwell have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Whitwell, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitwell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 Tiger Trail
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5313
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5313
Gr: PK-4 | 482 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Whitwell Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Butterfly Ln
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5635
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5635
Gr: 5-8 | 280 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Whitwell, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Whitwell, TN include Whitwell Elementary School and Whitwell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Whitwell?
2 public elementary schools are located in Whitwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Whitwell?
Whitwell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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