For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,241 students in Athens, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in Athens, TN are Rogers Creek Elementary School and E K Baker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, TN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in Athens have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Athens, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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
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 preschools in Athens, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Athens, TN include Rogers Creek Elementary School and E K Baker Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Athens?
3 public preschools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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