For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,222 students in 37343, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37343, TN are Big Ridge Elementary School, Mcconnell Elementary School and Loftis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37343 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37343, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37343, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5210 Cassandra Smith Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4793
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4793
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Mcconnell Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8629 Columbus Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4704
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4704
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Loftis Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8611 Columbus Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4749
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4749
Gr: 6-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Middle Valley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1609 Thrasher Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4700
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Hixson Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5681 Old Hixson Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0600
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0600
Gr: 6-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Hixson Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5950 Winding Ln
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0621
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-0621
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
37343, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
715 Roberts Mill Rd
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4711
Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 843-4711
Gr: K-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37343, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37343, TN include Big Ridge Elementary School, Mcconnell Elementary School and Loftis Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37343?
6 public elementary schools are located in 37343.
What is the racial composition of students in 37343?
37343 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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