For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,153 students in 37380, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 37380, TN are South Pittsburg Elementary School, Richard Hardy Memorial School and South Pittsburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37380 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37380, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37380, TN 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Pittsburg Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
310 Elm Ave
South Pittsburg, TN 37380
(423) 837-6117
South Pittsburg, TN 37380
(423) 837-6117
Gr: PK-6 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Richard Hardy Memorial School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1620 Hamilton Avenue
South Pittsburg, TN 37380
(423) 837-7282
South Pittsburg, TN 37380
(423) 837-7282
Gr: PK-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
South Pittsburg High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
717 Elm Ave
South Pittsburg, TN 37380
(423) 837-7561
South Pittsburg, TN 37380
(423) 837-7561
Gr: 7-12 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37380, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37380, TN include South Pittsburg Elementary School, Richard Hardy Memorial School and South Pittsburg High School.
How many public schools are located in 37380?
3 public schools are located in 37380.
What is the racial composition of students in 37380?
37380 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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