- Mt. View Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 963 students
- Smith Springs Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 890 students
- A. Z. Kelley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 840 students
- Harpeth Valley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 803 students
- Una Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 796 students
- J. E. Moss Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 782 students
- Cole Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 780 students
- May Werthan Shayne Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 779 students
- Cane Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 777 students
- Granbery Elementary — Grades K–5 · 769 students
- Norman Binkley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 762 students
- Thomas A. Edison Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 731 students
- Tusculum Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 716 students
- Eagle View Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 715 students
- Lakeview Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 675 students
- Haywood Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 666 students
- Paragon Mills Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 647 students
- Henry C. Maxwell Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 637 students
- Gower Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 631 students
- Glenview Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 616 students
- Ruby Major Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 615 students
- Tulip Grove Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 613 students
- Dan Mills Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 606 students
- Glencliff Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 596 students
- Percy Priest Elementary — Grades K–5 · 553 students
- + 56 more elementary schools
- John F. Kennedy Middle — Grades 6–8 · 747 students
- Meigs Middle — Grades 6–8 · 692 students
- Antioch Middle — Grades 6–8 · 656 students
- Thurgood Marshall Middle — Grades 6–8 · 603 students
- Apollo Middle — Grades 6–8 · 549 students
- McMurray Middle — Grades 6–8 · 545 students
- LEAD Cameron — Grades 5–8 · 529 students
- Valor Voyager Academy — Grades 5–8 · 507 students
- Wright Middle — Grades 6–8 · 498 students
- John Trotwood Moore Middle — Grades 6–8 · 454 students
- STEM Prep Academy — Grades 5–8 · 454 students
- Goodlettsville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 447 students
- Bellevue Middle — Grades 6–8 · 438 students
- H. G. Hill Middle — Grades 6–8 · 435 students
- Donelson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 434 students
- William Henry Oliver Middle — Grades 6–8 · 423 students
- Croft Middle — Grades 6–8 · 411 students
- KIPP Academy Nashville — Grades 5–8 · 388 students
- DuPont Hadley Middle — Grades 6–8 · 385 students
- DuPont Tyler Middle — Grades 6–8 · 377 students
- Jere Baxter Middle — Grades 6–8 · 369 students
- KIPP Nashville College Prep — Grades 5–8 · 363 students
- Madison Middle — Grades 6–8 · 360 students
- Rose Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 345 students
- Head Middle — Grades 6–8 · 342 students
- + 13 more middle schools
- Antioch High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,212 students
- Cane Ridge High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,982 students
- John Overton High — Grades 9–12 · 1,942 students
- McGavock High — Grades 9–12 · 1,844 students
- Hunters Lane High — Grades 9–12 · 1,414 students
- James Lawson High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,393 students
- Hillsboro High — Grades 9–12 · 1,224 students
- Glencliff High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,013 students
- Hume - Fogg High — Grades 9–12 · 885 students
- Whites Creek High — Grades 9–12 · 730 students
- Maplewood High — Grades 9–12 · 700 students
- RePublic High School — Grades 9–12 · 587 students
- Nashville School Of The Arts — Grades 9–12 · 548 students
- Pearl-Cohn High — Grades 9–12 · 526 students
- STEM Prep High School — Grades 9–12 · 505 students
- Lead Academy — Grades 9–12 · 487 students
- KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School — Grades 9–12 · 438 students
- East Nashville Magnet High School — Grades 9–12 · 432 students
- W. A. Bass Adult Program — Grades 9–12 · 309 students
- Early College High School — Grades 9–12 · 174 students
- Nashville Big Picture High School — Grades 9–12 · 125 students
- W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center — Grades 9–12 · 68 students
- The Academy at Hickory Hollow — Grades 11–12 · 40 students
- The Academy at Opry Mills — Grades 9–12 · 32 students
- The Academy at Old Cockrill — Grades 9–12 · 24 students
- + 1 more high school
- Valor Flagship Academy — Grades 5–12 · 1,402 students
- Martin Luther King Jr School — Grades 7–12 · 1,280 students
- East End Preparatory School — Grades K–8 · 837 students
- LEAD Southeast — Grades 5–12 · 833 students
- Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School — Grades 5–12 · 825 students
- Stratford STEM Magnet School — Grades 6–12 · 810 students
- Amqui Elementary — Grades PK–7 · 626 students
- Explore Community School — Grades K–8 · 591 students
- Nashville Classical East — Grades K–8 · 549 students
- Neely's Bend Elementary — Grades PK–7 · 491 students
- Harris-Hillman Special Education — Grades PK–12 · 458 students
- KA @ The Crossings — Grades 5–12 · 400 students
- Aventura Community Schools — Grades K–8 · 284 students
- MNPS Virtual School — Grades 4–12 · 131 students
- Cora Howe School — Grades K–12 · 78 students
- Johnson Alternative Learning Center — Grades 5–12 · 74 students
- Murrell at Glenn School — Grades K–8 · 30 students
| Metric | Metropolitan Nashville Public School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 80,651 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 161 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,624/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 3/10 — Below Average | — | Below average |
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Ranked against 144 rated districts in TN → 25th percentile → 3/10.
Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education TCAP, Overall ELA & Overall Math, Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025–26 school year. Full methodology →
About Metropolitan Nashville Public School District
Families in zip code 37138 (Old Hickory, Tennessee) are assigned to Metropolitan Nashville Public School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 3/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Metropolitan Nashville Public School District 3 out of 10 — below average among Tennessee public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Tennessee’s TCAP assessments (2025–26 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Tennessee is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Metropolitan Nashville Public School District carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical Tennessee benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 37138
Children in zip code 37138 are assigned to Metropolitan Nashville Public School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 37138, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Metropolitan Nashville Public School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Tennessee districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Old Hickory
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Metropolitan Nashville Public School District serves zip code 37138, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 37138. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Tennessee, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Metropolitan Nashville Public School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 37138.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Metropolitan Nashville Public School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 37138 data.