For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 610 students in 37115, TN.
The top-ranked public charter school in 37115, TN is Smithson Craighead Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 37115 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 23% statewide average). Charter schools in 37115, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Tennessee public charter school average of 90% (majority Black).
Best 37115, TN Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithson Craighead Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
730 Neely's Bend Rd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 228-9886
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 228-9886
Gr: K-5 | 319 students Minority enrollment: 92%
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
Gr: 5-8 | 291 students Minority enrollment: 90%
37115, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1251 Neely's Bend Rd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1477
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-1477
Gr: 7-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 37115, TN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 37115, TN include Smithson Craighead Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 37115?
2 public charter schools are located in 37115.
What is the racial composition of students in 37115?
37115 public charter schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Tennessee public charter schools average of 90% (majority Black).
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