For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,011 students in Newbern, TN.
The top ranked public schools in Newbern, TN are Newbern Elementary School, Dyer County High School and Northview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newbern, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Newbern have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Newbern, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newbern Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 North York St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2139
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2139
Grades: PK-5
| 562 students
Rank: #22.
Dyer County High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 West Main St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2229
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2229
Grades: 9-12
| 1,026 students
Rank: #33.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
820 Williams St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-3713
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-3713
Grades: 6-8
| 423 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Newbern, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Newbern, TN include Newbern Elementary School, Dyer County High School and Northview Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Newbern?
3 public schools are located in Newbern.
What is the racial composition of students in Newbern?
Newbern public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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