For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,231 students in 37160, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37160, TN are Thomas Magnet School, Liberty Elementary School and East Side Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37160 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37160, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37160, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
515 Tate Avenue
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-6818
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-6818
Gr: PK-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Snell Rd
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-7809
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-7809
Gr: PK-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
East Side Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
421 Elliott St
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-7112
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-7112
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Harris Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
570 Eagle Blvd
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-5195
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-5195
Gr: 6-8 | 950 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
South Side Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
903 Cannon Blvd
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-7545
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-7545
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Learning Way Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Learning Way Dr
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 685-1425
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 685-1425
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Eakin Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Glenoaks Rd
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-7852
Shelbyville, TN 37160
(931) 684-7852
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
37160, Tennessee 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37160, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37160, TN include Thomas Magnet School, Liberty Elementary School and East Side Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37160?
7 public elementary schools are located in 37160.
What is the racial composition of students in 37160?
37160 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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