For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,830 students in 37207, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37207, TN are Ida B. Wells Elementary School, Neely's Bend Elementary School and Shwab Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37207 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37207, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37207, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ida B. Wells Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
244 Foster St
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 291-6361
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 291-6361
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Neely's Bend Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Neely's Bend Rd
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 860-1471
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 860-1471
Gr: PK-7 | 491 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Shwab Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Dickerson Rd
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 262-6725
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 262-6725
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Bellshire Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1128 Bell Grimes Ln
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 860-1452
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 860-1452
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Tom Joy Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Jones Ave
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 262-6724
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 262-6724
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37207, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37207, TN include Ida B. Wells Elementary School, Neely's Bend Elementary School and Shwab Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37207?
5 public preschools are located in 37207.
What is the racial composition of students in 37207?
37207 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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