For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,789 students in 37206, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 197 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 37206, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37206, TN are Lockeland Elementary School, Meigs Middle School and Nashville Classical East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37206 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37206, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37206, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lockeland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
105 South 17th St
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 258-1330
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 258-1330
Gr: K-5 | 347 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Meigs Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
713 Ramsey St
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 271-3222
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 271-3222
Gr: 6-8 | 692 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Nashville Classical East
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2000 Greenwood Ave
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 538-5841
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 538-5841
Gr: K-8 | 549 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Rosebank Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1012 Preston Dr
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6720
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6720
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Liberty Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3515 Gallatin Rd
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 564-1974
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 564-1974
Gr: 5-8 | 241 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Explore Community School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
707 S 7th St
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 784-8222
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 784-8222
Gr: K-8 | 591 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Warner Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
626 Russell St
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 291-6395
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 291-6395
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Kipp Kirkpatrick Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Sevier St
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 226-4484
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 226-4484
Gr: K-4 | 376 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Hattie Cotton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1033 West Greenwood Ave
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6981
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6981
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1010.
East Nashville Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
110 Gallatin Rd
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6670
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6670
Gr: 6-8 | 191 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Cora Howe School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1928 Greenwood Ave
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 612-2545
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 612-2545
Gr: K-12 | 78 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1212.
East Nashville Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
110 Gallatin Rd
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6947
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6947
Gr: 9-12 | 432 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
601 Mcferrin Ave
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6721
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 262-6721
Gr: PK | 202 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37206, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37206, TN include Lockeland Elementary School, Meigs Middle School and Nashville Classical East.
How many public schools are located in 37206?
13 public schools are located in 37206.
What percentage of students in 37206 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 37206 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37206?
37206 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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