For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,426 students in 37179, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37179, TN are Thompson's Station Middle School and Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37179 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37179, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37179, TN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thompson's Station Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2638 Clayton Arnold Rd
Thompsons Station, TN 37179
(615) 472-5350
Thompsons Station, TN 37179
(615) 472-5350
Gr: 6-8 | 579 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4803 Columbia Pike
Thompsons Station, TN 37179
(615) 472-4540
Thompsons Station, TN 37179
(615) 472-4540
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37179, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37179, TN include Thompson's Station Middle School and Heritage Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37179?
2 public middle schools are located in 37179.
What is the racial composition of students in 37179?
37179 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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