For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,375 students in 37204, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 2,413 private students). 36% of all K-12 students in 37204, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37204, TN are Glendale Elementary School, Waverly-belmont Elementary School and John Trotwood Moore Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37204 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37204, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37204, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glendale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
800 Thompson Ave
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 279-7970
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 279-7970
Grades: PK-5
| 438 students
Rank: #22.
Waverly-belmont Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2301 10th Ave South
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 800-7690
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 800-7690
Grades: K-5
| 528 students
Rank: #33.
John Trotwood Moore Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4425 Granny White Pike
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 298-8095
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 298-8095
Grades: 6-8
| 409 students
37204, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mnps Middle School Alc (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2601 Bransford Av
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 298-2294
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 298-2294
Grades: 5-8
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37204, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37204, TN include Glendale Elementary School, Waverly-belmont Elementary School and John Trotwood Moore Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37204?
3 public schools are located in 37204.
What percentage of students in 37204 go to public school?
36% of all K-12 students in 37204 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37204?
37204 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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