For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 280 students in 37397, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 37397, TN is Whitwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 37397 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37397, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37397, TN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitwell Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Butterfly Ln
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5635
Whitwell, TN 37397
(423) 658-5635
Gr: 5-8 | 280 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37397, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37397, TN include Whitwell Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37397?
1 public middle schools are located in 37397.
What is the racial composition of students in 37397?
37397 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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