For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 604 students in 37617, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37617, TN are Innovation Academy and Sullivan Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37617 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37617, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37617, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Innovation Academy
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2348 Hwy 75 Hwy
Blountville, TN 37617
(423) 354-1731
Blountville, TN 37617
(423) 354-1731
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #22.
Sullivan Central Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
131 Shipley Ferry Rd
Blountville, TN 37617
(423) 354-1200
Blountville, TN 37617
(423) 354-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 604 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
131 Shipley Ferry Rd
Blountville, TN 37617
(423) 354-1000
Blountville, TN 37617
(423) 354-1000
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37617, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37617, TN include Innovation Academy and Sullivan Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37617?
3 public middle schools are located in 37617.
What is the racial composition of students in 37617?
37617 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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