For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,187 students in 37203, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37203, TN are Head Middle School, Rose Park Middle School and Fall-hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37203 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37203, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37203, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Head Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1830 Jo Johnston Ave
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 329-8160
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 329-8160
Gr: 6-8 | 342 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Rose Park Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1025 9th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-6405
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-6405
Gr: 6-8 | 345 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Fall-hamilton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
510 Wedgewood Ave
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-6380
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-6380
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Carter-lawrence Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1118 12th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-7333
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-7333
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37203, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37203, TN include Head Middle School, Rose Park Middle School and Fall-hamilton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37203?
4 public elementary schools are located in 37203.
What is the racial composition of students in 37203?
37203 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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