For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,739 students in 37323, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37323, TN are Michigan Avenue Elementary School, Park View Elementary School and Waterville Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37323 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37323, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37323, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Michigan Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
188 Michigan Ave School Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8807
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8807
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Park View Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Minnis Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 476-6622
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 476-6622
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Waterville Community Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4081 Dalton Pike
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8827
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8827
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Durkee Road Se
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8812
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8812
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5607 Spring Place Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8825
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8825
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5265 Bates Pike
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8817
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8817
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #77.
Lake Forest Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
610 Kile Lake Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8821
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8821
Gr: 6-8 | 1,174 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37323, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37323, TN include Michigan Avenue Elementary School, Park View Elementary School and Waterville Community Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37323?
7 public elementary schools are located in 37323.
What is the racial composition of students in 37323?
37323 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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