Best 37343 Tennessee Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,109 students in 37343, TN (there are 4 private schools, serving 532 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 37343, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37343, TN are Big Ridge Elementary School, Mcconnell Elementary School and Loftis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37343 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37343, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 37343, TN Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5210 Cassandra Smith Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4793
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Mcconnell Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8629 Columbus Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4704
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Loftis Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8611 Columbus Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4749
Gr: 6-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Middle Valley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1609 Thrasher Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Hixson Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5681 Old Hixson Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0600
Gr: 6-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Hixson Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5950 Winding Ln
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0621
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Hixson High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5705 Middle Valley Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 847-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 37343 Tennessee

37343, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
715 Roberts Mill Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4711
Gr: K-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 37343, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37343, TN include Big Ridge Elementary School, Mcconnell Elementary School and Loftis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37343?
7 public schools are located in 37343.
What percentage of students in 37343 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 37343 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37343?
37343 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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