For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,017 students in 37742, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37742, TN are Greenback School and Lanier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37742 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 37742, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37742, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greenback School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6945 Morganton Rd
Greenback, TN 37742
(865) 856-3028
Greenback, TN 37742
(865) 856-3028
Gr: PK-12 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Lanier Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6006 Lanier Rd
Greenback, TN 37742
(865) 980-1051
Greenback, TN 37742
(865) 980-1051
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37742, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37742, TN include Greenback School and Lanier Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37742?
2 public preschools are located in 37742.
What is the racial composition of students in 37742?
37742 public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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