For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,208 students in 37029, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37029, TN are Stuart Burns Elementary School and Burns Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37029 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37029, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37029, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stuart Burns Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3201 Highway 96
Burns, TN 37029
(615) 446-2791
Burns, TN 37029
(615) 446-2791
Gr: PK-5 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Burns Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
88 Bobcat Trl
Burns, TN 37029
(615) 740-1860
Burns, TN 37029
(615) 740-1860
Gr: 6-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37029, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37029, TN include Stuart Burns Elementary School and Burns Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37029?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37029.
What is the racial composition of students in 37029?
37029 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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