For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,397 students in 37042, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 37042, TN are West Creek High School, Northwest High School and Kenwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 37042 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 37042, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 37042 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Creek High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37042, TN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Creek High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1210 W Creek Coyote Trl
Clarksville, TN 37042
(931) 503-1788
Clarksville, TN 37042
(931) 503-1788
Gr: 9-12 | 1,654 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Northwest High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Lafayette Rd
Clarksville, TN 37042
(931) 648-5675
Clarksville, TN 37042
(931) 648-5675
Gr: 9-12 | 1,432 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Kenwood High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
251 E Pine Mountain Rd
Clarksville, TN 37042
(931) 905-7900
Clarksville, TN 37042
(931) 905-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,311 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 37042, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 37042, TN include West Creek High School, Northwest High School and Kenwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 37042?
3 public high schools are located in 37042.
What is the racial composition of students in 37042?
37042 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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