For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 979 students in 37208, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37208, TN are Hull-jackson Elementary School, Jones Elementary School and John Early Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37208 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37208, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37208, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hull-jackson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1015 Kellow St
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 291-6601
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 291-6601
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Jones Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1800 9th Ave
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 291-6382
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 291-6382
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
John Early Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Cass St
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 291-6369
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 291-6369
Gr: 6-8 | 136 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Robert Churchwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1625 Dr. D. B. Todd Jr. Blvd
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 687-4024
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 687-4024
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37208, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37208, TN include Hull-jackson Elementary School, Jones Elementary School and John Early Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37208?
4 public elementary schools are located in 37208.
What is the racial composition of students in 37208?
37208 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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