Top Rankings
Hardeman County Schools School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Student Attention
Lowest student-teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,207 students in Hardeman County Schools School District. This district's average testing ranking is 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Hardeman County Schools School District have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 37% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (TN)
# Schools
9 Schools
1,925 Schools
# Students
3,207 Students
1,010,424 Students
# Teachers
240 Teachers
66,546 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Hardeman County Schools School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 147 school districts in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 84% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#139 out of 147 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Graduation Rate
84%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.56
0.61
% American Indian
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
3%
15%
% Black
53%
21%
% White
40%
57%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $12,941 is higher than the state median of $11,979. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $11,677 is higher than the state median of $11,478. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$42 MM
$12,104 MM
Spending
$37 MM
$11,597 MM
Revenue / Student
$12,941
$11,979
Spending / Student
$11,677
$11,478
Best Hardeman County Schools School District ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hornsby Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
50 Church St
Hornsby, TN 38044
(731) 658-5707
Hornsby, TN 38044
(731) 658-5707
Gr: PK-8 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Toone Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
160 Neely St
Toone, TN 38381
(731) 658-5606
Toone, TN 38381
(731) 658-5606
Gr: PK-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Middleton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
180 Robin Cir
Middleton, TN 38052
(731) 376-0160
Middleton, TN 38052
(731) 376-0160
Gr: PK-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Grand Junction Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
750 Pledge St
Grand Junction, TN 38039
(731) 764-2841
Grand Junction, TN 38039
(731) 764-2841
Gr: PK-6 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Bolivar Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
445 Nuckolls Rd
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3981
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3981
Gr: PK-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Central High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
313 Harris St
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3151
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3151
Gr: 9-12 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Middleton High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
138 Florida Ave
Middleton, TN 38052
(731) 376-8391
Middleton, TN 38052
(731) 376-8391
Gr: 7-12 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #88.
Whiteville Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2510 Highway 64 East
Whiteville, TN 38075
(731) 254-8013
Whiteville, TN 38075
(731) 254-8013
Gr: PK-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #99.
Bolivar Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
915 Pruitt St
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3656
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3656
Gr: 6-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Hardeman County Schools School District?
Hardeman County Schools School District manages 9 public schools serving 3,207 students.
What is the rank of Hardeman County Schools School District?
Hardeman County Schools School District is ranked #138 out of 147 school districts in Tennessee (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Tennessee school districts for: Most diverse schools (Top 1%) and Lowest student-teacher ratio (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Hardeman County Schools School District?
53% of Hardeman County Schools School District students are Black, 40% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Hardeman County Schools School District?
Hardeman County Schools School District has a student/teacher ratio of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What is Hardeman County Schools School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $11,677 is higher than the state median of $11,478. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.
