For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 743 students in 37218, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 37218 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37218, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37218, TN Public Elementary 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: 5-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
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 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
37218, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3500 Hydes Ferry Rd
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 291-6600
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 291-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 557 students
3200 Kings Ln
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 876-5126
Nashville, TN 37218
(615) 876-5126
Gr: K-4
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37218, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37218, TN include Isaiah T. Creswell Middle School Of The Arts and Cumberland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37218?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37218.
What is the racial composition of students in 37218?
37218 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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