For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 299 students in 37870, TN.
The top ranked public school in 37870, TN is Powell Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 37870 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37870, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37870, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Powell Valley Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
255 Powell Valley School Ln
Speedwell, TN 37870
(423) 869-4659
Speedwell, TN 37870
(423) 869-4659
Grades: PK-8
| 299 students
37870, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 Powell Valley School La
Speedwell, TN 37870
(423) 869-4275
Speedwell, TN 37870
(423) 869-4275
Grades: 9-12
| 365 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37870, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37870, TN include Powell Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37870?
1 public schools are located in 37870.
What is the racial composition of students in 37870?
37870 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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