Best 37407 Tennessee Public Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,329 students in 37407, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37407, TN are East Lake Elementary School and Clifton Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37407 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37407, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 37407, TN Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Lake Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3600 13th Ave
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:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1815 East 32nd St
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 493-0357
Gr: PK-5 | 703 students Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37407, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37407, TN include East Lake Elementary School and Clifton Hills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37407?
2 public preschools are located in 37407.
What is the racial composition of students in 37407?
37407 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).

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