For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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