For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 500 students in 37203, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37203, TN are Fall-hamilton Elementary School and Carter-lawrence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37203 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37203, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37203, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fall-hamilton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
510 Wedgewood Ave
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-6380
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-6380
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Carter-lawrence Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1118 12th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-7333
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 291-7333
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37203, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37203, TN include Fall-hamilton Elementary School and Carter-lawrence Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37203?
4 public preschools are located in 37203.
What is the racial composition of students in 37203?
37203 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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