For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 784 students in 37307, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37307, TN are Benton Elementary School, Chilhowee Middle School and Polk Innovative Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37307 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37307, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37307, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
215 Schoolhouse Hill Rd
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0090
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0090
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #22.
Chilhowee Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
215 Schoolhouse Hill Rd
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0086
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0086
Grades: 6-8
| 292 students
Rank: #33.
Polk Innovative Learning Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
131 Stephens St
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0471
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0471
Grades: K-12
| 97 students
37307, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
131 Stephens St
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0471
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0471
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37307, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37307, TN include Benton Elementary School, Chilhowee Middle School and Polk Innovative Learning Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37307?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37307.
What is the racial composition of students in 37307?
37307 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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