For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,115 students in 37412, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 468 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 37412, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37412, TN are Spring Creek Elementary School, East Ridge Elementary School and East Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37412 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37412, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37412, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Spring Creek Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 855-6138
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 855-6138
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
East Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1014 John Ross Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 493-9296
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 493-9296
Gr: PK-5 | 959 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
East Ridge High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4320 Bennett Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6200
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 867 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
East Ridge Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Bennett Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6214
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 867-6214
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37412, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37412, TN include Spring Creek Elementary School, East Ridge Elementary School and East Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 37412?
4 public schools are located in 37412.
What percentage of students in 37412 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 37412 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37412?
37412 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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