For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,191 students in 37205, TN (there are 8 private schools, serving 3,907 private students). 40% of all K-12 students in 37205, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37205, TN are West End Middle School, Westmeade Elementary School and H. G. Hill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37205 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37205, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37205, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West End Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3529 West End Ave
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 298-8425
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 298-8425
Gr: 6-8 | 327 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Westmeade Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6641 Clearbrook Dr
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 353-2066
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 353-2066
Gr: K-5 | 429 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
H. G. Hill Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 Davidson Rd
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 353-2020
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 353-2020
Gr: 6-8 | 435 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37205, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37205, TN include West End Middle School, Westmeade Elementary School and H. G. Hill Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37205?
3 public schools are located in 37205.
What percentage of students in 37205 go to public school?
40% of all K-12 students in 37205 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37205?
37205 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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