For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,107 students in 37115, TN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,668 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 37115, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37115, TN are Smithson Craighead Academy, Gateway Elementary School and Amqui Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37115 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37115, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37115, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithson Craighead Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
730 Neely's Bend Rd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 228-9886
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 228-9886
Grades: K-5
| 333 students
Rank: #22.
Gateway Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1524 Monticello Ave
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1465
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1465
Grades: PK-5
| 304 students
Rank: #33.
Amqui Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
319 Anderson Ln
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 612-3678
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 612-3678
Grades: PK-6
| 577 students
Rank: #44.
Neely's Bend A Lead Public School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1251 Neely's Bend Rd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 645-6461
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 645-6461
Grades: 5-8
| 367 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Chadwell Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
321 Port Dr
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1459
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1459
Grades: PK-5
| 428 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Stratton Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
310 Old Hickory Blvd. West
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1486
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1486
Grades: PK-5
| 452 students
Rank: #77.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Old Hickory Blvd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 687-4018
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 687-4018
Grades: 6-8
| 358 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lead Neely's Bend
Charter School
1251 Neely's Bend Rd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 645-6461
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 645-6461
Grades: 5-8
| 288 students
37115, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1251 Neely's Bend Rd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1477
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1477
Grades: 7-8
| 236 students
730 Neely's Bend Rd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 228-1200
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 228-1200
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37115, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37115, TN include Smithson Craighead Academy, Gateway Elementary School and Amqui Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37115?
8 public schools are located in 37115.
What percentage of students in 37115 go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 37115 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37115?
37115 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
The issue of school choice and a voucher system is currently being revisited in Houston and across the state of Texas, with strong opinions on both sides of the debate.
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
What if NFL players came to your school? With the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, sponsored by the National Dairy Council and the NFL, nutrition and exercise are promoted during the school day. NFL players participate in the program by coming to schools and talking to students about fitness. Learn more about the program and some of the schools that are implementing it.
What Parents Need to Know About Lunch Shaming
Students all over the nation go hungry every day not because their schools don’t offer lunch, but because they refuse them to children with outstanding debts. Read on to learn about the horror that is lunch shaming and what can be done about it.