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1 schools in Petersburg

Tennessee · Public K-12

Petersburg's public schools total 1 across the city, with enrollment of about 431 and an average school size near 431.

7-year change in Petersburg

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
431
+27 (+7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
93%
was 97%
% Hispanic
2%
was 1%
% Black
2%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Unity SchoolElementaryPK-08431

About Petersburg

Public education in Petersburg, Tennessee runs across 1 schools that educates roughly 431 students. By footprint, Petersburg sits in the sparse bracket.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 431, noticeably below the state mean of about 537.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment climbed 7%: 404 students in SY 2017-18 versus 431 in SY 2024-25. Demographically, the White share of enrollment decreased from 97% to 93%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Petersburg discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Petersburg?
Petersburg, Tennessee has 1 public K-12 schools serving approximately 431 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Petersburg?
Petersburg has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Petersburg?
Unity School is the largest public school in Petersburg by enrollment, with approximately 431 students.
What school districts serve Petersburg?
Petersburg public schools are operated by Lincoln County.
What grade levels do public schools in Petersburg cover?
Public schools in Petersburg serve students from pre-K through grade 8.