For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,068 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37343, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5210 Cassandra Smith Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4793
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4793
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Mcconnell Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8629 Columbus Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4704
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4704
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Loftis Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8611 Columbus Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4749
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4749
Gr: 6-8 | 550 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Middle Valley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1609 Thrasher Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4700
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 705 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Hixson Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5681 Old Hixson Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0600
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0600
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Hixson Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5950 Winding Ln
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0621
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0621
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #77.
Hixson High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5705 Middle Valley Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 847-4800
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 847-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 920 students Minority enrollment: 47%
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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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