For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 7,484 students in 37128, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37128, TN are Overall Creek Elementary School, Barfield Elementary School and Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37128 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37128, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37128, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Overall Creek Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
429 Otter Trl
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 624-5500
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 624-5500
Gr: K-6 | 993 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Barfield Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
350 Veterans Parkway
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3810
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3810
Gr: PK-5 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3275 St. Bernard Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 893-2313
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 893-2313
Gr: PK-6 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Blackman Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3945 Blaze Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3860
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3860
Gr: 6-8 | 1,661 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Scales Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2340 St. Andrews Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 895-5279
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 895-5279
Gr: K-5 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Blackman Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
586 Fortress Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3795
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3795
Gr: PK-5 | 1,068 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Cason Lane Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1330 Cason Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 898-7145
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 898-7145
Gr: PK-6 | 869 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37128, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37128, TN include Overall Creek Elementary School, Barfield Elementary School and Salem Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37128?
7 public elementary schools are located in 37128.
What is the racial composition of students in 37128?
37128 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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