For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,146 students in 37210, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37210, TN are John B. Whitsitt Elementary School, Stem Prep Academy and Lead Cameron. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37210 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37210, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37210, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John B. Whitsitt Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
110 Whitsett Rd
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 333-5600
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 333-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Stem Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1162 Foster Ave
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 752-0002
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 752-0002
Gr: 5-8 | 454 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Lead Cameron
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1034 1st Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6365
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6365
Gr: 5-8 | 529 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Napier Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
70 Donelson St
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6400
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Margaret Allen Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 Spence Ln
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6385
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6385
Gr: 6-8 | 306 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Johnson Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 2nd Ave South
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 749-3067
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 749-3067
Gr: 5-12 | 74 students Minority enrollment: 92%
37210, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1034 1st Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6365
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6365
Gr: 7-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
500 Spence La
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6385
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6385
Gr: 5-8 | 299 students
Johnson Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1200 2nd So Av
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6414
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6414
Gr: 5-8 | 9 students
1200 2nd Ave So
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6414
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 291-6414
Gr: 8-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37210, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37210, TN include John B. Whitsitt Elementary School, Stem Prep Academy and Lead Cameron.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37210?
6 public elementary schools are located in 37210.
What is the racial composition of students in 37210?
37210 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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