For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,094 students in 37404, TN (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,691 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 37404, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37404, TN are Montessori Elementary At Highland Park, Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and Chattanooga Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37404 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37404, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37404, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 S. Hawthorne St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7230
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7230
Grades: PK-5
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1802 Bailey Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7230
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7230
Grades: 6-12
| 337 students
Rank: #33.
Chattanooga Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1815 Union Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 602-7737
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 602-7737
Grades: 6-12
| 474 students
Rank: #44.
East Side Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1603 South Lyerly St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-7780
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-7780
Grades: K-5
| 542 students
Rank: #55.
Orchard Knob Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2000 East 3rd St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-0385
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-0385
Grades: PK-5
| 458 students
Rank: #66.
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2029 East 23rd St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 710-1121
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 710-1121
Grades: K-5
| 461 students
Rank: #77.
Orchard Knob Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 North Highland Park Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-7793
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-7793
Grades: 6-8
| 281 students
Rank: #88.
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1849 Union Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 602-7737
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 602-7737
Grades: 6-8
| 231 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37404, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37404, TN include Montessori Elementary At Highland Park, Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and Chattanooga Preparatory School.
How many public schools are located in 37404?
8 public schools are located in 37404.
What percentage of students in 37404 go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 37404 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37404?
37404 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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