For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 821 students in 37397, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37397, TN are Whitwell Elementary School and Whitwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37397 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37397, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37397, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whitwell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 Tiger Trail
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5313
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5313
Grades: PK-4
| 511 students
Rank: #22.
Whitwell Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Butterfly Ln
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5635
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5635
Grades: 5-8
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37397, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37397, TN include Whitwell Elementary School and Whitwell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37397?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37397.
What is the racial composition of students in 37397?
37397 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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