For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,500 students in 37701, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37701, TN are Alcoa Middle School, Alcoa Intermediate School and Alcoa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37701 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37701, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37701, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alcoa Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
532 Faraday St
Alcoa, TN 37701
(865) 982-5211
Alcoa, TN 37701
(865) 982-5211
Grades: 6-8
| 485 students
Rank: #22.
Alcoa Intermediate School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1325 Springbrook Rd
Alcoa, TN 37701
(865) 982-4767
Alcoa, TN 37701
(865) 982-4767
Grades: 3-5
| 456 students
Rank: #33.
Alcoa Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Springbrook Rd
Alcoa, TN 37701
(865) 982-3120
Alcoa, TN 37701
(865) 982-3120
Grades: PK-2
| 559 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37701, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37701, TN include Alcoa Middle School, Alcoa Intermediate School and Alcoa Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37701?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37701.
What is the racial composition of students in 37701?
37701 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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