For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,299 students in 37840, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 121 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 37840, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37840, TN are Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Oliver Springs Middle School and Oliver Springs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37840 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37840, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37840, TN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dyllis Springs Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
120 Ollis Rd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-6357
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-6357
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Oliver Springs Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
317 Roane St
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-0011
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-0011
Gr: 6-8 | 172 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Oliver Springs High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
317 Roane St
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-7216
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-7216
Gr: 9-12 | 278 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
809 Tri- County Blvd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-2519
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-2519
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Norwood Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
803 Tri- County Blvd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-7749
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-7749
Gr: 6-8 | 162 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Petros Joyner Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 Petros Joyner School Rd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(423) 324-8600
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(423) 324-8600
Gr: PK-8 | 149 students Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37840, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37840, TN include Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Oliver Springs Middle School and Oliver Springs High School.
How many public schools are located in 37840?
6 public schools are located in 37840.
What percentage of students in 37840 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 37840 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37840?
37840 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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