For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,363 students in 37210, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37210, TN are Stem Prep Academy, Lead Cameron and Margaret Allen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37210 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37210, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37210, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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 middle schools in 37210, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37210, TN include Stem Prep Academy, Lead Cameron and Margaret Allen Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37210?
4 public middle schools are located in 37210.
What is the racial composition of students in 37210?
37210 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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