For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,599 students in 37849, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37849, TN are Copper Ridge Elementary School, Powell Elementary School and Powell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37849 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37849, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37849, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Copper Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2502 East Brushy Valley Rd
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 938-7002
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 938-7002
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Powell Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1711 Spring St
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 938-2048
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 938-2048
Gr: PK-5 | 852 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Powell Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3329 West Emory Rd
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 938-9008
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 938-9008
Gr: 6-8 | 810 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Claxton Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2218 Clinton Hwy
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 945-2222
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 945-2222
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37849, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37849, TN include Copper Ridge Elementary School, Powell Elementary School and Powell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37849?
4 public elementary schools are located in 37849.
What is the racial composition of students in 37849?
37849 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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