For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,053 students in 37601, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37601, TN are Indian Trail Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37601 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37601, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37601, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Indian Trail Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 Car Mol Dr
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 610-6000
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 610-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 786 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
252 Taylor Rd
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 547-4045
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 547-4045
Gr: PK-8 | 267 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37601, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37601, TN include Indian Trail Middle School and Central Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37601?
2 public middle schools are located in 37601.
What is the racial composition of students in 37601?
37601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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