For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,347 students in 38501, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38501, TN are Capshaw Elementary School, Dodson Branch Elementary School and Cane Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38501 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38501, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38501, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capshaw Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Cougar Ln
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2414
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2414
Gr: PK-4 | 515 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Dodson Branch Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16221 Dodson Branch Hwy
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 268-0761
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Cane Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 West Jackson St
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-1173
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 520-1173
Gr: PK-4 | 447 students Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
575 N Old Kentucky Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2978
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-2978
Gr: PK-4 | 459 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
452 Ellis Ave
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9322
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-9322
Gr: PK-4 | 337 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Jere Whitson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
178 East Jere Whitson Rd
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-6575
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 526-6575
Gr: PK-4 | 339 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38501, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38501, TN include Capshaw Elementary School, Dodson Branch Elementary School and Cane Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38501?
6 public preschools are located in 38501.
What is the racial composition of students in 38501?
38501 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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