For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 827 students in 37185, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37185, TN are Waverly Elementary School and Waverly Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37185 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37185, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37185, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waverly Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 E. Railroad St
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-2371
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-2371
Grades: PK-3
| 372 students
Rank: #22.
Waverly Jr High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 E. Railroad St
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-4514
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-4514
Grades: 4-8
| 455 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37185, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37185, TN include Waverly Elementary School and Waverly Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37185?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37185.
What is the racial composition of students in 37185?
37185 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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