Best 37869 Tennessee Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 771 students in 37869, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37869, TN are Clinch School and Hancock County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37869 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37869, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).

Best 37869, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinch School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1540 Clinch Valley Rd
Sneedville, TN 37869
(423) 272-3202
Gr: K-12 | 176 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Hancock County Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
373 Newman's Ridge Rd
Sneedville, TN 37869
(423) 733-4486
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
Hancock Middle School
2700 Main St
Sneedville, TN 37869
(423) 733-4611
Gr: 6-8 | 195 students Minority enrollment: 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37869, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37869, TN include Clinch School and Hancock County Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37869?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37869.
What is the racial composition of students in 37869?
37869 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).

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