For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 687 students in 37840, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37840, TN are Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and Petros Joyner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37840 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37840, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37840, TN Public Preschools (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.
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: #33.
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 preschools in 37840, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37840, TN include Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and Petros Joyner Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37840?
3 public preschools are located in 37840.
What is the racial composition of students in 37840?
37840 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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