For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,734 students in 37217, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37217, TN are Lakeview Elementary School, Glengarry Elementary School and Glenview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37217 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37217, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37217, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #2 - 32. - 3.
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: #2 - 32. - 3.
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 preschools in 37217, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37217, TN include Lakeview Elementary School, Glengarry Elementary School and Glenview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37217?
3 public preschools are located in 37217.
What is the racial composition of students in 37217?
37217 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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