For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 634 students in 37738, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37738, TN are Pittman Center Elementary School and Pi Beta Phi Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37738 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37738, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37738, TN Public Preschools (2026)
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 | 319 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
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 | 315 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37738, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37738, TN include Pittman Center Elementary School and Pi Beta Phi Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37738?
2 public preschools are located in 37738.
What is the racial composition of students in 37738?
37738 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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