For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 849 students in 37209, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 37209, TN are Early College High School, Nashville Big Picture High School and Mnps Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 37209 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 37209, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 37209 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37209, TN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Early College High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
120 White Bridge Rd
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 353-3333
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 353-3333
Gr: 9-12 | 174 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Nashville Big Picture High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
160 Rural Ave
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 353-2081
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 353-2081
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Mnps Virtual School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4805 Park Ave, Suite 300
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 463-0188
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 463-0188
Gr: 4-12 | 131 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
W.a. Bass Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Delaware Ave
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 298-3278
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 298-3278
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
5200 Delaware Ave
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 298-3278
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 298-3278
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
5300 Delaware Ave
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 298-8053
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 298-8053
Gr: 9-12 | 309 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 37209, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 37209, TN include Early College High School, Nashville Big Picture High School and Mnps Virtual School.
How many public high schools are located in 37209?
7 public high schools are located in 37209.
What is the racial composition of students in 37209?
37209 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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