For the 2026 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 30% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waverly Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 E. Railroad St
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-2371
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-2371
Gr: PK-3 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Waverly Jr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 E. Railroad St
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-4514
Waverly, TN 37185
(931) 296-4514
Gr: 4-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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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