For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,070 students in 37722, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 37722, TN are Smoky Mountain Elementary School, Cosby Elementary School and Jones Cove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37722 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37722, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37722, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smoky Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
135 South 32 Hwy
Cosby, TN 37722
(423) 487-2255
Cosby, TN 37722
(423) 487-2255
Gr: PK-8 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Cosby Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3320 Cosby Hwy
Cosby, TN 37722
(423) 487-3850
Cosby, TN 37722
(423) 487-3850
Gr: K-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Jones Cove Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4554 Jones Cove Rd
Cosby, TN 37722
(865) 453-9325
Cosby, TN 37722
(865) 453-9325
Gr: PK-6 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Cosby High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3318 Cosby Hwy
Cosby, TN 37722
(423) 487-5602
Cosby, TN 37722
(423) 487-5602
Gr: 9-12 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37722, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37722, TN include Smoky Mountain Elementary School, Cosby Elementary School and Jones Cove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37722?
4 public schools are located in 37722.
What is the racial composition of students in 37722?
37722 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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