For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,030 students in 37212, TN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,812 private students). 36% of all K-12 students in 37212, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37212, TN are Eakin Elementary School and Harris-hillman Special Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37212 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37212, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37212, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eakin Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 Fairfax Ave
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 298-8076
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 298-8076
Grades: K-5
| 544 students
Rank: #22.
Harris-hillman Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1706 26th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 298-8085
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 298-8085
Grades: PK-12
| 486 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37212, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37212, TN include Eakin Elementary School and Harris-hillman Special Education.
How many public schools are located in 37212?
2 public schools are located in 37212.
What percentage of students in 37212 go to public school?
36% of all K-12 students in 37212 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37212?
37212 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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