For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 639 students in 37769, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37769, TN are Lake City Elementary School and Lake City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37769 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37769, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37769, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake City Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
402 Lindsay St
Rocky Top, TN 37769
(865) 426-2108
Rocky Top, TN 37769
(865) 426-2108
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Lake City Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1132 S Main St
Rocky Top, TN 37769
(865) 426-2609
Rocky Top, TN 37769
(865) 426-2609
Gr: 6-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37769, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37769, TN include Lake City Elementary School and Lake City Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37769?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37769.
What is the racial composition of students in 37769?
37769 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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