For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 624 students in 37722, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37722, TN are Smoky Mountain Elementary School and Cosby Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37722 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37722, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 37722, TN Public Middle 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37722, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37722, TN include Smoky Mountain Elementary School and Cosby Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37722?
2 public middle schools are located in 37722.
What is the racial composition of students in 37722?
37722 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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