For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 707 students in 37840, TN.
The top ranked public preschools in 37840, TN are Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and Petros Joyner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37840 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 37840, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37840, TN Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dyllis Springs Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
120 Ollis Rd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-6357
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-6357
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
809 Tri- County Blvd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-2519
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(865) 435-2519
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Petros Joyner Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 Petros Joyner School Rd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(423) 324-8600
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
(423) 324-8600
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 37840, TN?
The top ranked public preschools in 37840, TN include Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and Petros Joyner Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37840?
3 public preschools are located in 37840.
What is the racial composition of students in 37840?
37840 public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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