For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,667 students in Obion County, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Obion County, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Obion County, TN are Hillcrest Elementary School, South Fulton Elementary School and Black Oak Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Obion County, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Obion County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Obion County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
605 South Main St
Troy, TN 38260
(731) 536-4222
Troy, TN 38260
(731) 536-4222
Gr: PK-8 | 587 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
South Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
209 John C. Jones Pkwy
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-2304
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-2304
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Black Oak Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
365 North Shawtown Rd
Hornbeak, TN 38232
(731) 538-2271
Hornbeak, TN 38232
(731) 538-2271
Gr: PK-8 | 220 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
South Fulton Middle / High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1302 South Fulton Dr
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-1441
South Fulton, TN 38257
(731) 479-1441
Gr: 6-12 | 334 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Lake Road Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1130 East Highway 22
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-5304
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-5304
Gr: PK-8 | 492 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Union City Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 High School Dr
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-2901
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-2901
Gr: 5-8 | 438 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #77.
Union City High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1305 High School Dr
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-2373
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-2373
Gr: 9-12 | 416 students Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #88.
Ridgemont Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1285 N Highway 45 By - Pass
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 536-5171
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 536-5171
Gr: PK-8 | 385 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #99.
Union City Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 South Miles Ave
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-1632
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-1632
Gr: PK-4 | 793 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1010.
Obion County Central High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
528 North Highway 51
Troy, TN 38260
(731) 536-4688
Troy, TN 38260
(731) 536-4688
Gr: 9-12 | 652 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Obion County, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Obion County, TN include Hillcrest Elementary School, South Fulton Elementary School and Black Oak Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Obion County?
10 public schools are located in Obion County.
What percentage of students in Obion County go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Obion County are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Obion County?
Obion County public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Obion County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Obion County include: Ridgemont Elementary School vs. Lake Road Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School vs. Lake Road Elementary School, Union City Elementary School vs. Union City Middle School
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