For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,278 students in 37215, TN (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,602 private students). 47% of all K-12 students in 37215, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37215, TN are Percy Priest Elementary School, Julia Green Elementary School and Hillsboro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37215 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37215, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37215, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Percy Priest Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1700 Otter Creek Rd
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 298-8416
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 298-8416
Gr: K-5 | 553 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Julia Green Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3500 Hobbs Rd
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 298-8082
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 298-8082
Gr: K-5 | 501 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Hillsboro High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3812 Hillsboro Pike
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 298-8400
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 298-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,224 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37215, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37215, TN include Percy Priest Elementary School, Julia Green Elementary School and Hillsboro High School.
How many public schools are located in 37215?
3 public schools are located in 37215.
What percentage of students in 37215 go to public school?
47% of all K-12 students in 37215 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37215?
37215 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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