For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,323 students in Cunningham, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cunningham, TN are Montgomery Central Elementary School and Montgomery Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cunningham, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cunningham have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cunningham, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montgomery Central Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4011 Highway 48
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-3208
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-3208
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Montgomery Central Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3941 Highway 48
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-2575
Cunningham, TN 37052
(931) 387-2575
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Cunningham, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cunningham, TN include Montgomery Central Elementary School and Montgomery Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cunningham?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cunningham.
What is the racial composition of students in Cunningham?
Cunningham public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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