For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,200 students in 37029, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 104 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 37029, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 37029 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37029, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37029, TN Public Schools (2026)
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 | 706 students 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 | 494 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37029, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37029, TN include Stuart Burns Elementary School and Burns Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37029?
2 public schools are located in 37029.
What percentage of students in 37029 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 37029 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37029?
37029 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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