For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,144 students in 37343, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37343, TN are Loftis Middle School and Hixson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37343 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37343, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 37343, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
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 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
37343, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
715 Roberts Mill Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4711
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 middle schools in 37343, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37343, TN include Loftis Middle School and Hixson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37343?
2 public middle schools are located in 37343.
What is the racial composition of students in 37343?
37343 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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