Best 37738 Tennessee Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,420 students in 37738, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 37738, TN are Pittman Center Elementary School, Gatlinburg Pittman Junior High School and Gatlinburg Pittman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37738 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37738, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 37738, TN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittman Center Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2455 East Pkwy
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-4515
Gr: PK-6 | 319 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Gatlinburg Pittman Junior High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
150 Proffitt Rd
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 366-9110
Gr: 7-9 | 377 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Gatlinburg Pittman High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
150 Proffitt Rd
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-5637
Gr: 10-12 | 409 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
125 Cherokee Orchard Rd
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-5076
Gr: PK-6 | 315 students Minority enrollment: 67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 37738, TN?
How many public schools are located in 37738?
4 public schools are located in 37738.
What is the racial composition of students in 37738?
37738 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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