For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,064 students in 37189, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 131 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 37189, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37189, TN are Alex Green Elementary School and Whites Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37189 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37189, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37189, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alex Green Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3921 Lloyd Rd
Whites Creek, TN 37189
(615) 876-5105
Whites Creek, TN 37189
(615) 876-5105
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Whites Creek High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7277 Old Hickory Blvd
Whites Creek, TN 37189
(615) 876-5132
Whites Creek, TN 37189
(615) 876-5132
Gr: 9-12 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
37189, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4479 Jackson Rd
Whites Creek, TN 37189
(615) 244-4090
Whites Creek, TN 37189
(615) 244-4090
Gr: K-6 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37189, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37189, TN include Alex Green Elementary School and Whites Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in 37189?
2 public schools are located in 37189.
What percentage of students in 37189 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 37189 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37189?
37189 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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