For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 926 students in 37861, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37861, TN are Joppa Elementary School and Rutledge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37861 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37861, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37861, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joppa Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4745 Rutledge Pike
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5721
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5721
Gr: PK-6 | 404 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Rutledge Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7480 Rutledge Pike
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5530
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5530
Gr: 2-6 | 323 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
470 Water St
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5614
Rutledge, TN 37861
(865) 828-5614
Gr: PK-1 | 199 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37861, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37861, TN include Joppa Elementary School and Rutledge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37861?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37861.
What is the racial composition of students in 37861?
37861 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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