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9 schools in Bristol

Tennessee · 4,044 students · 1 city

In total, Bristol hosts 9 public K-12 schools with about 4,044 students, averaging 449 per school.

4-year change in Bristol

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
4,044
+201 (+5%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
9
+1 (+13%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

How Bristol ranks

Among districts
MeasureThis districtIn TennesseeIn the US
Enrollment
ranked largest first
4,044#57 of 135#2,390 of 9,234
Number of schools
ranked most first
9#51 of 135N/A
Diversity index
ranked most diverse first
27.5%#82 of 123#5,051 of 6,853
Districts need at least 2 schools and 500 students to be ranked. Test proficiency is ranked within the state only, since each state gives a different test. Each rank links to the full list.

About Bristol

Across 9 schools, Bristol enrolls about 4,044 students in Tennessee. By footprint it is a rural-scale district.

For a sense of the school types, Bristol is made up of 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools.

Per-school enrollment averages around 449 in this district, below the Tennessee typical of 537.

Trend over the past 4 years. Total public-school enrollment in Bristol has rose 5% since SY 2020-21, moving from about 3,843 students to 4,044. The school count climbed from 8 to 9 across the same 4-year window.

On allk12, the community for Bristol discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many schools are in Bristol?
Bristol operates 9 public K-12 schools in Tennessee, serving approximately 4,044 students.
What is the mix of elementary, middle, and high schools in Bristol?
Bristol includes 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
What is the largest school in Bristol?
Tennessee High School is the largest public school in Bristol by enrollment, with approximately 1,146 students.
What grade levels does Bristol serve?
Bristol serves students from pre-K through grade 12 across 9 schools.