For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,878 students in 37407, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37407, TN are East Lake Elementary School, Clifton Hills Elementary School and East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37407 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37407, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37407, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Lake Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3600 13th Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0366
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0366
Gr: PK-5 | 626 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Clifton Hills Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1815 East 32nd St
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0357
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0357
Gr: PK-5 | 703 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 East 34th St
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0334
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0334
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37407, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37407, TN include East Lake Elementary School, Clifton Hills Elementary School and East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37407?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37407.
What is the racial composition of students in 37407?
37407 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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