For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 951 students in 37616, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 37616, TN are Chuckey Doak Middle School and Chuckey Doak High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37616 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37616, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37616, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chuckey Doak Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 Chuckey Doak Rd
Afton, TN 37616
(423) 787-2038
Afton, TN 37616
(423) 787-2038
Grades: 6-8
| 369 students
Rank: #22.
Chuckey Doak High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
365 Ripley Island Rd
Afton, TN 37616
(423) 798-2636
Afton, TN 37616
(423) 798-2636
Grades: 9-12
| 582 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37616, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37616, TN include Chuckey Doak Middle School and Chuckey Doak High School.
How many public schools are located in 37616?
2 public schools are located in 37616.
What is the racial composition of students in 37616?
37616 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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