For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,657 students in 37412, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37412, TN are Spring Creek Elementary School and East Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37412 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37412, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37412, TN Public Preschools (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%
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 preschools in 37412, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37412, TN include Spring Creek Elementary School and East Ridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37412?
2 public preschools are located in 37412.
What is the racial composition of students in 37412?
37412 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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