For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,686 students in 37210, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 114 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 37210, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37210, TN are Nashville School Of The Arts, John B. Whitsitt Elementary School and Stem Prep Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37210 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37210, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37210, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nashville School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Foster Ave
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6600
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 548 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
John B. Whitsitt Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
110 Whitsett Rd
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 333-5600
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 333-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Stem Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1162 Foster Ave
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 752-0002
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 752-0002
Gr: 5-8 | 454 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Stem Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1252 Foster Ave
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 425-0050
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 425-0050
Gr: 9-12 | 505 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Lead Cameron
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1034 1st Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6365
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6365
Gr: 5-8 | 529 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Lead Academy
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1035 1st Ave South
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 327-5422
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 327-5422
Gr: 9-12 | 487 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Napier Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
70 Donelson St
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6400
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Margaret Allen Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 Spence Ln
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6385
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6385
Gr: 6-8 | 306 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Johnson Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 2nd Ave South
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 749-3067
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 749-3067
Gr: 5-12 | 74 students Minority enrollment: 92%
37210, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1200 2nd Ave So
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6414
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6414
Gr: 8-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37210, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37210, TN include Nashville School Of The Arts, John B. Whitsitt Elementary School and Stem Prep Academy.
How many public schools are located in 37210?
10 public schools are located in 37210.
What percentage of students in 37210 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 37210 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37210?
37210 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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