For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,836 students in 37771, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37771, TN are Eaton Elementary School, North Middle School and The Ilearn Institute At Lenoir City Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37771 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37771, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37771, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eaton Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
423 Hickory Creek Rd
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 986-2420
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 986-2420
Gr: PK-4 | 677 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
North Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
421 Hickory Creek Rd
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 986-9944
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 986-9944
Gr: 5-8 | 780 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
The Ilearn Institute At Lenoir City Schools
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 East Broadway St
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 988-1934
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 988-1934
Gr: K-12 | 98 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Lenoir City Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
203 Kelly Ln
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 986-2009
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 986-2009
Gr: PK-3 | 559 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Lenoir City Intermediate/middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2141 Harrison Ave
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 986-2038
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 986-2038
Gr: 4-8 | 722 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37771, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37771, TN include Eaton Elementary School, North Middle School and The Ilearn Institute At Lenoir City Schools.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37771?
5 public elementary schools are located in 37771.
What is the racial composition of students in 37771?
37771 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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