For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 846 students in 37887, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37887, TN are Central Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37887 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37887, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37887, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
146 Liberty Rd
Wartburg, TN 37887
(423) 346-2800
Wartburg, TN 37887
(423) 346-2800
Gr: 5-8 | 317 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1315 Knoxville Hwy
Wartburg, TN 37887
(423) 346-6683
Wartburg, TN 37887
(423) 346-6683
Gr: PK-4 | 529 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37887, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37887, TN include Central Middle School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37887?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37887.
What is the racial composition of students in 37887?
37887 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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