For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,754 students in 37416, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 37416, TN are Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts and Harrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37416 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37416, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37416, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4850 Jersey Pike
Chattanooga, TN 37416
(423) 855-2614
Chattanooga, TN 37416
(423) 855-2614
Gr: K-12 | 979 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8098 Ferdinand Piech Way
Chattanooga, TN 37416
(423) 344-1428
Chattanooga, TN 37416
(423) 344-1428
Gr: PK-5 | 775 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37416, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37416, TN include Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts and Harrison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37416?
2 public schools are located in 37416.
What is the racial composition of students in 37416?
37416 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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