For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,926 students in 37871, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 37871, TN are Rush Strong Elementary School, Jefferson Virtual Academy and Carter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37871 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37871, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37871, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rush Strong Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3081 W Old Andrew Johnson Hwy
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-5313
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-5313
Gr: PK-8 | 518 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3081 West Old Aj Hwy
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 397-0780
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 397-0780
Gr: 5-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Carter Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
204 North Carter School Rd
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-3426
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-3426
Gr: 6-8 | 604 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Carter High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
210 N Carter School Rd
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-3434
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-3434
Gr: 9-12 | 749 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37871, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37871, TN include Rush Strong Elementary School, Jefferson Virtual Academy and Carter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37871?
4 public schools are located in 37871.
What is the racial composition of students in 37871?
37871 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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