For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 456 students in 37059, TN (there are , serving 3 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 37059, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 37059, TN is Dekalb West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 37059 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37059, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37059, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dekalb West Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Bulldog Ln
Dowelltown, TN 37059
(615) 536-5332
Dowelltown, TN 37059
(615) 536-5332
Grades: PK-8
| 456 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37059, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37059, TN include Dekalb West Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37059?
1 public schools are located in 37059.
What percentage of students in 37059 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 37059 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37059?
37059 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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