For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 12,325 students in 37128, TN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,005 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 37128, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37128, TN are Overall Creek Elementary School, Barfield Elementary School and Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37128 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37128, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37128, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Overall Creek Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
429 Otter Trl
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 624-5500
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 624-5500
Gr: K-5 | 937 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Barfield Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
350 Veterans Parkway
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3810
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3810
Gr: PK-5 | 969 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3275 St. Bernard Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 893-2313
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 893-2313
Gr: PK-6 | 946 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Blackman Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3945 Blaze Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3860
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3860
Gr: 6-8 | 1,727 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Scales Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2340 St. Andrews Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 895-5279
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 895-5279
Gr: K-5 | 937 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Blackman High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3956 Blaze Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3850
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3850
Gr: 9-12 | 2,301 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Blackman Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
586 Fortress Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3795
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3795
Gr: PK-5 | 954 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #88.
Cason Lane Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1330 Cason Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 898-7145
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 898-7145
Gr: PK-6 | 844 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #99.
Riverdale High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
802 Warrior Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 890-6450
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 890-6450
Gr: 9-12 | 2,275 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Rutherford Collegiate Prep
Charter School
4420 Manson Pike
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 600-4713
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 600-4713
Gr: K-6 | 435 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
2240 Southpark Drive #1
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 896-0876
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 896-0876
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37128, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37128, TN include Overall Creek Elementary School, Barfield Elementary School and Salem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37128?
11 public schools are located in 37128.
What percentage of students in 37128 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 37128 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37128?
37128 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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