For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 872 students in 37218, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 94 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 37218, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37218, TN are Isaiah T. Creswell Middle School Of The Arts and Cumberland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37218 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37218, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37218, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Isaiah T. Creswell Middle School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3500 John Mallette Dr
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 291-6515
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 291-6515
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Cumberland Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4247 Cato Rd
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 291-6370
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 291-6370
Gr: K-5 | 452 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
1910 South Hamilton St
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 291-6355
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 291-6355
Gr: PK | 151 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37218, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37218, TN include Isaiah T. Creswell Middle School Of The Arts and Cumberland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37218?
3 public schools are located in 37218.
What percentage of students in 37218 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 37218 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37218?
37218 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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