- Macon County Junior High School — 5.9 mi · Grades 6–8 · 778 students
- Macon County High School — 6.2 mi · Grades 9–12 · 964 students
- Fairlane Elementary — 7.2 mi · Grades PK–1 · 478 students
- Lafayette Elementary School — 7.6 mi · Grades 4–5 · 442 students
- Central Elementary — 7.8 mi · Grades 2–3 · 473 students
- Westside Elementary — 10.9 mi · Grades PK–5 · 390 students
- Red Boiling Springs School — 13.2 mi · Grades 6–12 · 328 students
- Red Boiling Springs Elementary — 13.2 mi · Grades PK–5 · 363 students
| Metric | Macon County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 4,231 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 8 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,446/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 41% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
Zip code 37057 is split between districts by area. No single district serves most of this zip. Residents live in different school districts: about 42% in Macon County School District, about 33% in Smith County School District, about 25% in Trousdale County School District. The page is headed by the district with the largest share; check your exact address with the district.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K–12 All grades (42% of area) | Macon County School District 4,231 students · 8 schools | 6/10 |
| Pre-K–12 All grades (33% of area) | Smith County School District 3,061 students · 9 schools | 6/10 |
| Pre-K–12 All grades (25% of area) | Trousdale County School District 1,407 students · 3 schools | 10/10 |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macon County School District (this district) | 6/10 | 52nd | 4,231 |
| Smith County School District | 6/10 | 59th | 3,061 |
| Trousdale County School District | 10/10 | 90th | 1,407 |
| Sumner County School District | 10/10 | 91st | 30,732 |
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Ranked against 144 rated districts in TN → 52nd percentile → 6/10.
Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education TCAP, Overall ELA & Overall Math, Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025–26 school year. Full methodology →
About Macon County School District
Macon County School District serves zip code 37057, covering Dixon Springs, Tennessee with grades Pre-K–12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Macon County School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. 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.
Macon County School District falls near the middle of Tennessee on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 37057
Children in zip code 37057 are assigned to Macon County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 37057, 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 Macon County School District at (615)666-2125 or visit maconcountyschools.com. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 Dixon Springs
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Macon County School District serves zip code 37057, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 37057 and neighboring areas. 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 Macon County School District 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 37057.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Macon County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 37057 data.