For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,095 students in 37036, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37036, TN are Charlotte Elementary School, Charlotte Middle School and New Directions Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37036 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37036, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37036, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charlotte Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Humphries St
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-5803
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-5803
Gr: PK-5 | 601 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Charlotte Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 Humphries St
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6060
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6060
Gr: 6-8 | 433 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
New Directions Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Highway 48 North
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6070
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6070
Gr: 3-12 | 61 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37036, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37036, TN include Charlotte Elementary School, Charlotte Middle School and New Directions Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37036?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37036.
What is the racial composition of students in 37036?
37036 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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