| Metric | Collierville Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 9,259 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 10 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,000/yr | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Top 10% in TN |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collierville Schools (this district) | 10/10 | 99th | 9,259 |
| Shelby County School District | 1/10 | 6th | 109,797 |
| Tipton County School District | 7/10 | 61st | 10,249 |
| Crockett County School District | 5/10 | 48th | 2,004 |
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Ranked against 144 rated districts in TN → 99th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education TCAP, Overall ELA & Overall Math, Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025–26 school year. Full methodology →
About Collierville Schools
Zip code 38017 in Collierville, Tennessee is served by Collierville Schools for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 9th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Collierville Schools’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Public school districts in Tennessee spend approximately $12,000 per student per year on average (state-level estimate; district-level figures vary), below the national average (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Collierville Schools is a mid-sized district with 10 schools serving students from Pre-K – 9th. The district enrolls approximately 9,259 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Collierville Schools 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Tennessee public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Tennessee’s TCAP assessments (2025–26 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Tennessee is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Collierville Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Tennessee on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 38017 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 38017
Children in zip code 38017 are assigned to Collierville Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 9th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 38017, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Collierville Schools at (901)861-7000 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Tennessee districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Collierville
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Collierville Schools serves zip code 38017, homes in and around zip code 38017 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Tennessee, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Collierville Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 38017.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Collierville Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 38017 data.