Districts in Carter County2 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethton City School District | Elizabethton | 9/10 Excellent · 87th pct | 1 |
| Carter County School District | Carter | 4/10 Below Average · 31st pct | 5 |
School Districts in Carter County, Tennessee
Carter County has 2 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Carter County is Elizabethton City School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (Tennessee TCAP 2025–26 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Tennessee. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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