For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,160 students in 37412, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 447 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 37412, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37412, TN are Spring Creek Elementary School, East Ridge Elementary School and East Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37412 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37412, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37412, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Spring Creek Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 855-6138
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 855-6138
Grades: PK-5
| 697 students
Rank: #22.
East Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1014 John Ross Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 493-9296
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 493-9296
Grades: PK-5
| 917 students
Rank: #33.
East Ridge Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Bennett Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6214
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6214
Grades: 6-8
| 618 students
Rank: #44.
East Ridge High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4320 Bennett Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6200
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6200
Grades: 9-12
| 928 students
37412, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1501 Tombras Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 209-8538
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 209-8538
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37412, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37412, TN include Spring Creek Elementary School, East Ridge Elementary School and East Ridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37412?
4 public schools are located in 37412.
What percentage of students in 37412 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 37412 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37412?
37412 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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