Best 37871 Tennessee Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,926 students in 37871, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 37871, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).

The top-ranked public schools in 37871, TN are Rush Strong Elementary School, Jefferson Virtual Academy and Carter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 37871 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37871, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.

Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).