For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,917 students in 37408, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 37408, TN are Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning, Howard Connect Academy and The Howard School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37408 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37408, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37408, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 Market St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6860
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6860
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Howard Connect Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 E 25th St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6888
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6888
Gr: 6-8 | 94 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
The Howard School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 South Market St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6850
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,329 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37408, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37408, TN include Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning, Howard Connect Academy and The Howard School.
How many public schools are located in 37408?
3 public schools are located in 37408.
What is the racial composition of students in 37408?
37408 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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