For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,135 students in 37083, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 122 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 37083, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37083, TN are Central Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School and Macon County Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37083 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37083, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37083, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
905 Sycamore St
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-3265
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-3265
Gr: 2-3 | 473 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Meador Dr
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-8868
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-8868
Gr: 4-5 | 442 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Macon County Junior High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1003 Hwy 52 By Pass East
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-7545
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-7545
Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Macon County High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2550 Days Rd
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-4320
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-4320
Gr: 9-12 | 964 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
305 Fairlane Dr
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-2970
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-2970
Gr: PK-1 | 478 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37083, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37083, TN include Central Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School and Macon County Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 37083?
5 public schools are located in 37083.
What percentage of students in 37083 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 37083 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37083?
37083 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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