For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,594 students in 37405, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37405, TN are Chattanooga High School Center For Creative Arts and Normal Park Museum Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37405 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37405, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37405, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chattanooga High School Center For Creative Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1301 Dallas Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 498-7365
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 498-7365
Gr: 6-12 | 717 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Normal Park Museum Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1219 West Mississippi Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 498-6880
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 498-6880
Gr: PK-8 | 877 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37405, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37405, TN include Chattanooga High School Center For Creative Arts and Normal Park Museum Magnet School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37405?
2 public middle schools are located in 37405.
What is the racial composition of students in 37405?
37405 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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