For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,021 students in 37840, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37840, TN are Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Oliver Springs Middle School and Norwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37840 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37840, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37840, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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 elementary schools in 37840, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37840, TN include Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Oliver Springs Middle School and Norwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37840?
5 public elementary schools are located in 37840.
What is the racial composition of students in 37840?
37840 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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