For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,416 students in 37129, TN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,111 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 37129, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37129, TN are Mcfadden School Of Excellence, Erma Siegel Elementary School and Wilson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37129 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37129, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37129, TN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcfadden School Of Excellence
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
221 Bridge Ave
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 893-7251
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 893-7251
Grades: K-5
| 388 students
Rank: #22.
Erma Siegel Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
135 W Thompson Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-1002
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-1002
Grades: PK-6
| 786 students
Rank: #33.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1545 Cutoff Rd
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-3840
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-3840
Grades: PK-5
| 662 students
Rank: #44.
Siegel Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
355 West Thompson Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-3830
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-3830
Grades: 6-8
| 1,161 students
Rank: #55.
Brown's Chapel Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6128 Baker Rd
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-6755
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-6755
Grades: PK-5
| 745 students
Rank: #66.
Northfield Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
550 W Northfield Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 895-7324
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 895-7324
Grades: PK-6
| 682 students
Rank: #77.
Walter Hill Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6309 Lebanon Pike
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 893-8046
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 893-8046
Grades: PK-5
| 577 students
Rank: #88.
Siegel High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3300 Siegel Rd
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-3800
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 904-3800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,801 students
Rank: #99.
Mitchell-neilson Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
711 Clark Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 890-7841
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 890-7841
Grades: PK-6
| 614 students
37129, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1303 Jones Bl
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 895-2904
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 895-2904
Grades: K-2
| 330 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37129, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37129, TN include Mcfadden School Of Excellence, Erma Siegel Elementary School and Wilson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37129, TN?
9 public schools are located in 37129, TN.
What percentage of students in 37129, TN go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 37129, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37129, TN?
37129, TN public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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