For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,452 students in 37738, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 37738, TN are Pittman Center Elementary School, Gatlinburg Pittman Junior High School and Gatlinburg Pittman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37738 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37738, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37738, TN 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittman Center Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2455 East Pkwy
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-4515
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-4515
Gr: PK-6 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Gatlinburg Pittman Junior High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Proffitt Rd
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 366-9110
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 366-9110
Gr: 7-9 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Gatlinburg Pittman High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Proffitt Rd
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-5637
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-5637
Gr: 10-12 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
125 Cherokee Orchard Rd
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-5076
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 436-5076
Gr: PK-6 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37738, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37738, TN include Pittman Center Elementary School, Gatlinburg Pittman Junior High School and Gatlinburg Pittman High School.
How many public schools are located in 37738?
4 public schools are located in 37738.
What is the racial composition of students in 37738?
37738 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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