Best County School Districts in Nashville and Middle Tennessee

There are many great county school districts in the Nashville - Middle Tennessee area and there are a variety of different things that people look for when they are deciding which county school district is the best fit for their family. 

You may be wondering which county school district is best for your children so we've compiled a list of some of the county school districts in the Nashville and Middle Tennessee area based on Niche.com’s 2022 Best School Districts in the Nashville Area. But please do your own research and use online sources to do your research to be sure you are getting the information you need to choose the best district for your child(ren)!

Williamson County Schools

1320 West Main Street, Franklin, TN 37064

Website: https://www.wcs.edu/

The Williamson County School District is one of the best county school districts in the Nashville Area and has approximately 41,500 students enrolled in Pre-K - 12 for the school year 2021 - 2022. 

The district spans 51 schools including:

• 27 Elementary Schools
• 11 Middle Schools
• 11 High Schools
• 2 K-8 Schools

In 2021, two of Williamson County School’s High Schools ranked in the Top 10 Best High Schools in Tennessee namely Franklin High School and Fred J. Page High School.

Sumner County Schools

695 East Main Street, Gallatin, TN 37066

Website: https://www.sumnerschools.org/

Sumner County Schools has been in operation since 1873. The district has 49 schools in operation which include the following:

• 1 Middle College High School
• 1 Middle Technical College High School
• 7 Regular High Schools
• 1 Virtual High School
• 11 Middle Schools
• 24 Elementary Schools
• 6 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) schools
• 1 Academic Magnet School
• 1 Alternative/Zero Tolerance School

According to their website, Sumner County Schools are committed to growing learners who are college and career ready through quality instruction, effective use of resources, building a collaborative culture, and strong leadership.

Wilson County School District

415 Harding Drive, Lebanon, TN 37087

Website: https://www.wcschools.com/

Wilson County Schools is the 9th largest school district in the state of Tennessee with approximately 20,000 student enrollees and over 1,100 teachers. The district offers four non-traditional learning programs featuring everything from online classes to Adult Education or high school diploma.

The district has 23 schools including the following:

• 10 Elementary Schools

• 4 Middle Schools
• 3 K-8 Schools
• 5 High Schools
• 3 Specialty Schools

Schools under this district have a strong emphasis on the integration of technology, a wide range of competitive sports, and opportunities for students interested in visual arts, theater, and audio-visual production.

Rutherford County Schools

2240 Southpark Drive, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Website: https://www.rcschools.net/

Rutherford County Schools is consistent when it comes to ranking among the best school districts in Tenessee. It is also one of the fastest-growing school districts in the state. Rutherford County Schools has served as a model for many other districts in the area in terms of academics, planning, and safety measures. The district is home to 53 schools which include the following:

• 26 Elementary Schools
• 13 Middle Schools
• 11 High Schools
• 4 Specialty Schools

Schools under Rutherford County Schools continue to empower today’s students to prepare for their future. 

Robertson County School District

800 M S Couts Blvd #2, Springfield, TN 37172

Website: https://www.rcstn.net/

Robertson County School District is located in Springfield, TN, and serves over 12,600 students in grades Pre K - 12. There are 20 schools in the district which includes:

• 12 Elementary
• 3 Middle Schools
• 5 High Schools
• 5 Specialty Schools

The district’s mission is to ensure each student is prepared to succeed in life and envisions that all students will be able to reach and exceed high academic standards while empowering them to succeed.

Finding the Right Neighborhood with Your Ideal Nashville Area School District

The Nashville Middle Tennessee area is home to a number of great school districts, each with its own unique advantages. Please take note that this is for informational purposes only.  I highly recommend always do your research on your own to know what’s best for your child(ren).

If you are in the process of moving to Nashville and are looking for a neighborhood for your family, I’d be glad to help!

Call me at (615) 930-0313, schedule a call with me, or send me a message!