For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,554 students in 37601, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37601, TN are Fairmont Elementary School, Lake Ridge Elementary School and Indian Trail Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37601 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37601, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37601, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairmont Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1405 Lester Harris Rd
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 434-5275
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 434-5275
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Lake Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1001 Lake Ridge Square
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 610-6030
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 610-6030
Gr: K-5 | 632 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Indian Trail Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 Car Mol Dr
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 610-6000
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 610-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 786 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1840 Milligan Hwy
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 547-4028
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 547-4028
Gr: PK-4 | 506 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
North Side Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 N Roan St
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 434-5249
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 434-5249
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
907 King Springs Rd
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 434-5260
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 434-5260
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
252 Taylor Rd
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 547-4045
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 547-4045
Gr: PK-8 | 267 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37601, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37601, TN include Fairmont Elementary School, Lake Ridge Elementary School and Indian Trail Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37601?
7 public elementary schools are located in 37601.
What is the racial composition of students in 37601?
37601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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