Best 37421 Tennessee Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,354 students in 37421, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37421, TN are Westview Elementary School, East Brainerd Elementary School and Bess T Shepherd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37421 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37421, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 37421, TN Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
9629 East Brainerd Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-6141
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
East Brainerd Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7660 Goodwin Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 1,177 students Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7126 Tyner Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2611
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37421, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37421, TN include Westview Elementary School, East Brainerd Elementary School and Bess T Shepherd Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37421?
3 public preschools are located in 37421.
What is the racial composition of students in 37421?
37421 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).

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