For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,394 students in Rhea County, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rhea County, TN are Frazier Elementary School, Spring City Elementary School and Graysville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rhea County, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rhea County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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 Rhea County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Frazier Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3900 Double S Rd
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7854
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7854
Grades: K-5
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Spring City Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
270 East Jackson Ave
Spring City, TN 37381
(423) 365-6451
Spring City, TN 37381
(423) 365-6451
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
Rank: #33.
Graysville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
606 Long St
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7850
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7850
Grades: PK-5
| 215 students
Rank: #44.
Rhea Central Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1005 Delaware Ave
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7842
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7842
Grades: PK-5
| 613 students
Rank: #55.
Rhea Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
405 Pierce Rd
Evensville, TN 37332
(423) 775-7821
Evensville, TN 37332
(423) 775-7821
Grades: 6-8
| 534 students
Rank: #66.
Dayton City Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
520 Cherry St
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-8414
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-8414
Grades: PK-8
| 863 students
Rank: #77.
Spring City Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
751 Wasson Memorial Hwy 68
Spring City, TN 37381
(423) 365-9105
Spring City, TN 37381
(423) 365-9105
Grades: 6-8
| 275 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Rhea County, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rhea County, TN include Frazier Elementary School, Spring City Elementary School and Graysville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rhea County?
7 public elementary schools are located in Rhea County.
What is the racial composition of students in Rhea County?
Rhea County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% 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 Rhea County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rhea County include: Rhea Central Elementary School vs. Dayton City Elementary School, Dayton City Elementary School vs. Rhea Central Elementary School, Frazier Elementary School vs. Rhea Central Elementary School
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