For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 588 students in 37408, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37408, TN are Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning and Howard Connect Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37408 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37408, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37408, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 Market St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6860
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6860
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Howard Connect Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 E 25th St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6888
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6888
Gr: 6-8 | 94 students Minority enrollment: 93%
37408, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 East 25th St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 209-5858
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 209-5858
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37408, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37408, TN include Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning and Howard Connect Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37408?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37408.
What is the racial composition of students in 37408?
37408 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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