For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,163 students in 37412, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 37412 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37412, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37412, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Spring Creek Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 855-6138
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 855-6138
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
East Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1014 John Ross Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 493-9296
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 493-9296
Gr: PK-5 | 959 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
East Ridge Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Bennett Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6214
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6214
Gr: 6-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
37412, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1501 Tombras Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 209-8538
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 209-8538
Gr: PK-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37412, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37412, TN include Spring Creek Elementary School, East Ridge Elementary School and East Ridge Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37412?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37412.
What is the racial composition of students in 37412?
37412 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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