For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 136 students in 37208, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 37208, TN is John Early Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 37208 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37208, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37208, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Early Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Cass St
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 291-6369
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 291-6369
Gr: 6-8 | 136 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37208, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37208, TN include John Early Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37208?
1 public middle schools are located in 37208.
What is the racial composition of students in 37208?
37208 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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