For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,604 students in 37303, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 325 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 37303, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37303, TN are Athens City Middle School, Rogers Creek Elementary School and Mcminn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37303 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37303, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37303, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Athens City Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Keith Ln
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-1177
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-1177
Gr: 6-8 | 519 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Rogers Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
137 County Road 82
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2123
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2123
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Mcminn High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2215 Congress Pkwy
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-4142
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-4142
Gr: 9-12 | 1,272 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
E K Baker Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1044 Co 172 Rd
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2760
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2760
Gr: PK-8 | 307 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
255 Keith Ln
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2863
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2863
Gr: 3-5 | 572 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
316 Mcminn Ave
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2863
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2863
Gr: PK-2 | 657 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37303, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37303, TN include Athens City Middle School, Rogers Creek Elementary School and Mcminn High School.
How many public schools are located in 37303?
6 public schools are located in 37303.
What percentage of students in 37303 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 37303 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37303?
37303 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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