For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 943 students in 37172, TN.
The top ranked public preschools in 37172, TN are Coopertown Elementary School and Krisle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37172 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 37172, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37172, TN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coopertown Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3746 Hwy 49 West
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-7642
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-7642
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Krisle Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6712 Hwy 49 East
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-2596
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-2596
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
700 Bransford Dr
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-4313
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-4313
Gr: PK | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 37172, TN?
The top ranked public preschools in 37172, TN include Coopertown Elementary School and Krisle Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37172?
3 public preschools are located in 37172.
What is the racial composition of students in 37172?
37172 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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