For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,239 students in 37055, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37055, TN are The Discovery School, Centennial Elementary School and Dickson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37055 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37055, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37055, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Discovery School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 441-4163
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 441-4163
Gr: K-5 | 202 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 Upper Lake Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Gr: PK-5 | 713 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Dickson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
120 W Broad St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5837
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5837
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Oakmont Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
630 Hwy 46 South
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Dickson Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 E College St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2273
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2273
Gr: 6-8 | 570 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
817 N Charlotte St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-7571
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-7571
Gr: K-12 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
115 Academy St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2085
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2085
Gr: PK-11 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 67%
37055, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
220 Mc Lemore St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Gr: 9-12
507 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Gr: 6 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37055, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37055, TN include The Discovery School, Centennial Elementary School and Dickson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37055?
7 public elementary schools are located in 37055.
What is the racial composition of students in 37055?
37055 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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