For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,306 students in 37642, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 37642, TN are Church Hill Elementary School, Church Hill Middle School and Carter's Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37642 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37642, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37642, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Church Hill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Old Stage Rd
Church Hill, TN 37642
(423) 357-5621
Church Hill, TN 37642
(423) 357-5621
Gr: PK-4 | 309 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Church Hill Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 Oak Dr
Church Hill, TN 37642
(423) 357-3051
Church Hill, TN 37642
(423) 357-3051
Gr: 5-8 | 741 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Carter's Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1006 N Central Ave
Church Hill, TN 37642
(423) 357-7450
Church Hill, TN 37642
(423) 357-7450
Gr: PK-4 | 303 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Volunteer High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Volunteer Blvd
Church Hill, TN 37642
(423) 357-3641
Church Hill, TN 37642
(423) 357-3641
Gr: 9-12 | 953 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37642, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37642, TN include Church Hill Elementary School, Church Hill Middle School and Carter's Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37642?
4 public schools are located in 37642.
What is the racial composition of students in 37642?
37642 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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