For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 481 students in 37840, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37840, TN are Oliver Springs Middle School, Norwood Middle School and Petros Joyner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37840 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37840, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 37840, TN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oliver Springs Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
317 Roane St
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-0011
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-0011
Gr: 6-8 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Norwood Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
803 Tri- County Blvd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-7749
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-7749
Gr: 6-8 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Petros Joyner Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 Petros Joyner School Rd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(423) 324-8600
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(423) 324-8600
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37840, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37840, TN include Oliver Springs Middle School, Norwood Middle School and Petros Joyner Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37840?
3 public middle schools are located in 37840.
What is the racial composition of students in 37840?
37840 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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