For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 3,867 students in 37128, TN.
The top ranked public preschools in 37128, TN are Barfield Elementary School, Salem Elementary School and Blackman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37128 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 37128, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37128, TN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barfield Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
350 Veterans Parkway
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3810
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3810
Grades: PK-5
| 965 students
Rank: #22.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3275 St. Bernard Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 893-2313
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 893-2313
Grades: PK-6
| 965 students
Rank: #33.
Blackman Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
586 Fortress Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3795
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 904-3795
Grades: PK-5
| 1,068 students
Rank: #44.
Cason Lane Academy
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1330 Cason Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 898-7145
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
(615) 898-7145
Grades: PK-6
| 869 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 37128, TN?
The top ranked public preschools in 37128, TN include Barfield Elementary School, Salem Elementary School and Blackman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37128?
4 public preschools are located in 37128.
What is the racial composition of students in 37128?
37128 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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