For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 749 students in 38222, TN.
The top-ranked public school in 38222, TN is Lakewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38222 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38222, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38222, TN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6745 Highway 79 North
Buchanan, TN 38222
(731) 644-1600
Buchanan, TN 38222
(731) 644-1600
Gr: PK-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38222, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38222, TN include Lakewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38222?
1 public schools are located in 38222.
What is the racial composition of students in 38222?
38222 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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