For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,235 students in 37217, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 37217, TN are Rocketship United, Lakeview Elementary School and Glengarry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37217 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37217, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37217, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rocketship United
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
320 Plus Park Blvd
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 712-7499
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 712-7499
Gr: K-4 | 501 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Lakeview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
455 Rural Hill Rd
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 360-2912
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 360-2912
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Glengarry Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Finley Dr
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 360-2900
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 360-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Glenview Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Patricia Dr
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 360-2906
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 360-2906
Gr: PK-5 | 616 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37217, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37217, TN include Rocketship United, Lakeview Elementary School and Glengarry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37217?
4 public schools are located in 37217.
What is the racial composition of students in 37217?
37217 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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