For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 590 students in 37096, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37096, TN are Perry County Virtual School, Linden Middle School and Linden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37096 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37096, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37096, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perry County Virtual School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
857 Squirrel Hollow Dr
Linden, TN 37096
(931) 589-2102
Linden, TN 37096
(931) 589-2102
Gr: 4-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Linden Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
130 College Ave
Linden, TN 37096
(931) 589-5000
Linden, TN 37096
(931) 589-5000
Gr: 5-8 | 217 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Linden Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
331 Brooklyn Ave
Linden, TN 37096
(931) 589-2531
Linden, TN 37096
(931) 589-2531
Gr: PK-4 | 309 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37096, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37096, TN include Perry County Virtual School, Linden Middle School and Linden Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37096?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37096.
What is the racial composition of students in 37096?
37096 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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