For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,335 students in 37221, TN (there are , serving 1,726 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 37221, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37221, TN are Harpeth Valley Elementary School and Bellevue Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37221 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37221, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37221, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harpeth Valley Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7840 Learning Ln
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 662-3015
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 662-3015
Grades: PK-5
| 717 students
Rank: #22.
Bellevue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Colice Jeanne Rd
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 662-3000
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 662-3000
Grades: 6-8
| 382 students
Rank: n/an/a
8001 Highway 70s
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 259-4636
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 259-4636
Grades: 9-12
| 1,236 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37221, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37221, TN include Harpeth Valley Elementary School and Bellevue Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37221?
3 public schools are located in 37221.
What percentage of students in 37221 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 37221 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37221?
37221 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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