Murfreesboro Schools & Universities
Home to Central Magnet School—ranked the #1 Public High School in America—plus Tennessee’s largest undergraduate university and a dedicated, student-first dual-district public education framework.
Central Magnet School
Operated by Rutherford County Schools, Central Magnet serves grades 6 through 12. Its rigorous academic curriculum requires every graduating senior to complete at least 4 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, 25 annual community service hours, and a formal senior thesis.
The Dual-District Framework Explained
Murfreesboro operates a collaborative, specialized two-tier public school model:
Dedicated to foundational early education, MCS operates 13 specialized elementary schools serving Pre-Kindergarten through 6th Grade within the city limits.
Serving over 50,000 students countywide, RCS operates middle and high schools serving city residents in Grades 7 through 12, as well as comprehensive PreK–12 schools outside city limits.
Higher Education & Technical Training
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
Tennessee’s largest undergraduate university, enrolling over 20,000 students and generating $4.1B in regional economic impact.
Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT Murfreesboro)
Offers post-secondary technical training and workforce development credentials supporting advanced manufacturing and healthcare trades.