For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 3,713 students in 37128, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37128, TN are Barfield Elementary School, Salem Elementary School and Blackman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37128 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37128, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37128, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37128, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37128, TN include Barfield Elementary School, Salem Elementary School and Blackman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37128?
4 public preschools are located in 37128.
What is the racial composition of students in 37128?
37128 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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