For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,436 students in 37404, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37404, TN are Montessori Elementary At Highland Park, East Side Elementary School and Orchard Knob Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37404 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37404, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37404, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 S. Hawthorne St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7230
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7230
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
East Side Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1603 South Lyerly St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-7780
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-7780
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Orchard Knob Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2000 East 3rd St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-0385
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 493-0385
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37404, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37404, TN include Montessori Elementary At Highland Park, East Side Elementary School and Orchard Knob Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37404?
3 public preschools are located in 37404.
What is the racial composition of students in 37404?
37404 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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