For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,641 students in 37421, TN (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,906 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 37421, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37421, TN are Westview Elementary School, East Brainerd Elementary School and Bess T Shepherd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37421 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37421, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37421, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9629 East Brainerd Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-6141
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-6141
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
East Brainerd Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7660 Goodwin Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2600
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 1,177 student Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7126 Tyner Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2611
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2611
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Hamilton County Virtual School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3074 Hickory Valley Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 209-8804
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 209-8804
Gr: K-12 | 254 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Tyner Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6836 Tyner Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2635
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2635
Gr: 9-12 | 632 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Tyner Middle Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6837 Tyner Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2648
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-2648
Gr: 6-8 | 401 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37421, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37421, TN include Westview Elementary School, East Brainerd Elementary School and Bess T Shepherd Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37421?
6 public schools are located in 37421.
What percentage of students in 37421 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 37421 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37421?
37421 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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