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7 schools in Newport

Tennessee · Public K-12

Public-school enrollment in Newport comes to roughly 3,255 students across 7 schools (5 elementary and 2 high).

7-year change in Newport

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,255
-254 (-7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
7
+1 (+17%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
86%
was 89%
% Hispanic
6%
was 4%
% Black
3%
was 4%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Bridgeport ElementaryElementaryPK-08261
Centerview ElementaryElementaryPK-08225
Cocke Co Adult High SchoolHigh09-122
Cocke Co High SchoolHigh09-121,074
Edgemont ElementaryElementaryPK-08541
Newport Grammar SchoolElementaryPK-08730
Northwest ElementaryElementaryPK-08422

About Newport

Across Newport, Tennessee, 7 public schools serves about 3,255 students between them.

In terms of grade levels, the city consists of 5 elementary, and 2 high.

Schools in Newport average about 465 students each, 13% noticeably below the Tennessee norm.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Newport has decreased 7% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 3,509 students to 3,255. The school count climbed from 6 to 7 across the same 7-year window. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 89% to 86% over the same window.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Newport discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Newport?
Newport, Tennessee has 7 public K-12 schools serving approximately 3,255 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Newport?
Newport has 5 elementary, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Newport?
Cocke Co High School is the largest public school in Newport by enrollment, with approximately 1,074 students.
What school districts serve Newport?
Newport is served by 2 public school districts, including Cocke County, Newport.
What grade levels do public schools in Newport cover?
Public schools in Newport serve students from pre-K through grade 12.