For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 705 students in 37408, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37408, TN are Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning and Howard Connect Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37408 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37408, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37408, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 Market St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6860
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6860
Grades: PK-5
| 518 students
Rank: #22.
Howard Connect Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 E 25th St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6888
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 498-6888
Grades: 6-8
| 187 students
37408, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 East 25th St
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 209-5858
Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 209-5858
Grades: PK-5
| 265 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37408, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37408, TN include Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning and Howard Connect Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37408?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37408.
What is the racial composition of students in 37408?
37408 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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