For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 580 students in 37318, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37318, TN are Cowan Elementary School and South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37318 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37318, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37318, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cowan Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 East Cumberland St
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7353
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7353
Grades: PK-5
| 262 students
Rank: #22.
South Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 West Cumberland St
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7355
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7355
Grades: 6-8
| 318 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37318, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37318, TN include Cowan Elementary School and South Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37318?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37318.
What is the racial composition of students in 37318?
37318 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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