For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 562 students in 37873, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37873, TN are Surgoinsville Elementary School and Surgoinsville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37873 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37873, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37873, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Surgoinsville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1010 W Main St
Surgoinsville, TN 37873
(423) 345-2153
Surgoinsville, TN 37873
(423) 345-2153
Gr: K-4 | 307 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Surgoinsville Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1044 Main St
Surgoinsville, TN 37873
(423) 345-2252
Surgoinsville, TN 37873
(423) 345-2252
Gr: 5-8 | 255 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37873, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37873, TN include Surgoinsville Elementary School and Surgoinsville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37873?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37873.
What is the racial composition of students in 37873?
37873 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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