For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,431 students in 37220, TN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,748 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 37220, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37220, TN are Crieve Hall Elementary School and John Overton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37220 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37220, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37220, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crieve Hall Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
498 Hogan Rd
Nashville, TN 37220
(615) 333-5059
Nashville, TN 37220
(615) 333-5059
Gr: K-5 | 489 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
John Overton High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4820 Franklin Rd
Nashville, TN 37220
(615) 333-5135
Nashville, TN 37220
(615) 333-5135
Gr: 9-12 | 1,942 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37220, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37220, TN include Crieve Hall Elementary School and John Overton High School.
How many public schools are located in 37220?
2 public schools are located in 37220.
What percentage of students in 37220 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 37220 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37220?
37220 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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