For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,022 students in 38501, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38501, TN are Dodson Branch Elementary School and Avery Trace Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38501 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38501, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 38501, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dodson Branch Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16221 Dodson Branch Hwy
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Avery Trace Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 Raider Dr
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2200
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-2200
Gr: 5-8 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
38501, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dry Valley Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
3860 Phifer Mountain Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 528-1847
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 528-1847
Gr: 1-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
242 East 10th St
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9777
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9777
Gr: 5-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38501, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38501, TN include Dodson Branch Elementary School and Avery Trace Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38501?
2 public middle schools are located in 38501.
What is the racial composition of students in 38501?
38501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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