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Best 37323 Tennessee Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,682 students in 37323, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 95 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 37323, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37323, TN are Michigan Avenue Elementary School, Park View Elementary School and Waterville Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37323 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37323, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 37323, TN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Michigan Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
188 Michigan Ave School Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8807
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Park View Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
300 Minnis Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 476-6622
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Waterville Community Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4081 Dalton Pike
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8827
Gr: PK-5 | 677 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
400 Durkee Road Se
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8812
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5607 Spring Place Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8825
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5265 Bates Pike
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8817
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #77.
Lake Forest Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
610 Kile Lake Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(423) 478-8821
Gr: 6-8 | 1,173 students Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 37323, TN?
How many public schools are located in 37323?
7 public schools are located in 37323.
What percentage of students in 37323 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 37323 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37323?
37323 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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