For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,878 students in 37407, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 37407, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37407, TN are East Lake Elementary School, Clifton Hills Elementary School and East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37407 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37407, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37407, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Lake Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3600 13th Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0366
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0366
Gr: PK-5 | 626 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Clifton Hills Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1815 East 32nd St
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0357
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0357
Gr: PK-5 | 703 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 East 34th St
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0334
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0334
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37407, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37407, TN include East Lake Elementary School, Clifton Hills Elementary School and East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts.
How many public schools are located in 37407?
3 public schools are located in 37407.
What percentage of students in 37407 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 37407 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37407?
37407 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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