For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 881 students in 37406, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 27 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 37406, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37406, TN are Hamilton County Collegiate High At Chattanooga State, Stem School Chattanooga and Hardy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37406 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37406, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37406, TN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton County Collegiate High At Chattanooga State
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4501 Amnicola Hwy
Chattanooga, TN 37406
(423) 697-4492
Chattanooga, TN 37406
(423) 697-4492
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Stem School Chattanooga
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4501 Amnicola Hwy
Chattanooga, TN 37406
(423) 531-6270
Chattanooga, TN 37406
(423) 531-6270
Gr: 9-12 | 296 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Hardy Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Glass St
Chattanooga, TN 37406
(423) 493-0300
Chattanooga, TN 37406
(423) 493-0300
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37406, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37406, TN include Hamilton County Collegiate High At Chattanooga State, Stem School Chattanooga and Hardy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37406?
3 public schools are located in 37406.
What percentage of students in 37406 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 37406 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37406?
37406 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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