Best 37098 Tennessee Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,491 students in 37098, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 37098, TN are East Hickman Intermediate School, East Hickman High School and East Hickman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37098 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37098, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 37098, TN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Hickman Intermediate School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5198 East Eagle Dr
Lyles, TN 37098
(931) 670-0227
Gr: 3-5 | 375 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
East Hickman High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7700 Highway 7
Lyles, TN 37098
(931) 670-1399
Gr: 9-12 | 412 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
East Hickman Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9414 East Eagle Dr
Lyles, TN 37098
(931) 670-4237
Gr: 6-8 | 339 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
5191 Hwy 100
Lyles, TN 37098
(931) 670-3044
Gr: PK-2 | 365 students Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 37098, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37098, TN include East Hickman Intermediate School, East Hickman High School and East Hickman Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37098?
4 public schools are located in 37098.
What is the racial composition of students in 37098?
37098 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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