For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,232 students in 37412, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37412, TN are Spring Creek Elementary School, East Ridge Elementary School and East Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37412 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37412, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37412, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Spring Creek Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 855-6138
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 855-6138
Grades: PK-5
| 697 students
Rank: #22.
East Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1014 John Ross Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 493-9296
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 493-9296
Grades: PK-5
| 917 students
Rank: #33.
East Ridge Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Bennett Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6214
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6214
Grades: 6-8
| 618 students
37412, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1501 Tombras Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 209-8538
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 209-8538
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37412, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37412, TN include Spring Creek Elementary School, East Ridge Elementary School and East Ridge Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37412?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37412.
What is the racial composition of students in 37412?
37412 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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