For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,115 students in 37083, TN.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 37083 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37083, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 37083, TN Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
905 Sycamore St
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-3265
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-3265
Grades: 2-3
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Meador Dr
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-8868
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-8868
Grades: 4-5
| 423 students
Rank: #33.
Macon County Junior High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1003 Hwy 52 By Pass East
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-7545
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-7545
Grades: 6-8
| 757 students
Rank: n/an/a
305 Fairlane Dr
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-2970
Lafayette, TN 37083
(615) 666-2970
Grades: PK-1
| 505 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37083, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37083, TN include Central Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School and Macon County Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37083, TN?
4 public elementary schools are located in 37083, TN.
What is the racial composition of students in 37083, TN?
37083, TN public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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