For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 11,222 students in 37128, TN (there are 5 private schools, serving 997 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 37128, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37128, TN are Overall Creek Elementary School, Barfield Elementary School and Blackman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37128 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37128, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37128, TN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Overall Creek Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
429 Otter Trl
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 624-5500
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 624-5500
Grades: K-6
| 997 students
Rank: #22.
Barfield Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
350 Barfield- Crescent Rd
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3810
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3810
Grades: PK-5
| 849 students
Rank: #33.
Blackman Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3945 Blaze Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3860
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3860
Grades: 6-8
| 1,596 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3275 St. Bernard Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 893-2313
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 893-2313
Grades: PK-6
| 1,101 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Scales Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2340 St. Andrews Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 895-5279
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 895-5279
Grades: PK-6
| 979 students
Rank: #66.
Blackman Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
586 Fortress Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3795
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3795
Grades: PK-5
| 1,140 students
Rank: #77.
Blackman High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3956 Blaze Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3850
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3850
Grades: 9-12
| 1,998 students
Rank: #88.
Cason Lane Academy
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1330 Cason Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 898-7145
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 898-7145
Grades: PK-6
| 748 students
Rank: #99.
Riverdale High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
802 Warrior Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 890-6450
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 890-6450
Grades: 9-12
| 1,814 students
Rank: n/an/a
2240 Southpark Drive #1
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 896-0876
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 896-0876
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37128, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37128, TN include Overall Creek Elementary School, Barfield Elementary School and Blackman Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37128, TN?
10 public schools are located in 37128, TN.
What percentage of students in 37128, TN go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 37128, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37128, TN?
37128, TN public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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