For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,634 students in 37221, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,100 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 37221, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37221, TN are Harpeth Valley Elementary School and Bellevue Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37221 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37221, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37221, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harpeth Valley Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7840 Learning Ln
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 662-3015
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 662-3015
Gr: PK-5 | 803 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Bellevue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Colice Jeanne Rd
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 662-3000
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 662-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 438 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
8001 Highway 70s
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 259-4636
Nashville, TN 37221
(615) 259-4636
Gr: 9-12 | 1,393 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37221, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37221, TN include Harpeth Valley Elementary School and Bellevue Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37221?
3 public schools are located in 37221.
What percentage of students in 37221 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 37221 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37221?
37221 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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