For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,412 students in 37204, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 37204 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37204, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37204, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glendale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
800 Thompson Ave
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 279-7970
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 279-7970
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Waverly-belmont Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 525 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
John Trotwood Moore Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4425 Granny White Pike
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 298-8095
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 298-8095
Gr: 6-8 | 454 students Minority enrollment: 40%
37204, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mnps Middle School Alc (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2601 Bransford Av
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 298-2294
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 298-2294
Gr: 5-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37204, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37204, TN include Glendale Elementary School, Waverly-belmont Elementary School and John Trotwood Moore Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37204?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37204.
What is the racial composition of students in 37204?
37204 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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