For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 779 students in Parsons, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Parsons, TN are Decatur County Middle School and Parsons Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Parsons, 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 39% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Parsons have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools in Parsons, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur County Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2740 Hwy 641 South
Parsons, TN 38363
(731) 847-6510
Parsons, TN 38363
(731) 847-6510
Gr: 5-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Parsons Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
182 West 4th St
Parsons, TN 38363
(731) 847-7317
Parsons, TN 38363
(731) 847-7317
Gr: PK-4 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Parsons, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Parsons, TN include Decatur County Middle School and Parsons Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Parsons?
2 public elementary schools are located in Parsons.
What is the racial composition of students in Parsons?
Parsons public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Parsons are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Parsons include: Decatur County Middle School vs. Parsons Elementary School, Parsons Elementary School vs. Decatur County Middle School
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