Best 37216 Tennessee Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,510 students in 37216, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 37216, TN are Stratford Stem Magnet School and Maplewood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 37216 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 37216, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 37216 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Stratford Stem Magnet School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 37216, TN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stratford Stem Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Stratford Ave
Nashville, TN 37216
(615) 262-6730
Gr: 6-12 | 810 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Maplewood High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
401 Walton Ln
Nashville, TN 37216
(615) 262-6770
Gr: 9-12 | 700 students Minority enrollment: 92%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 37216, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 37216, TN include Stratford Stem Magnet School and Maplewood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 37216?
2 public high schools are located in 37216.
What is the racial composition of students in 37216?
37216 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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