For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,475 students in 38401, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38401, TN are J E Woodard Elementary School, J. R. Baker Elementary School and J. Brown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38401 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38401, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38401, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J E Woodard Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
207 Rutherford Ln
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 380-2872
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 380-2872
Gr: PK-4 | 581 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
J. R. Baker Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1301 Hamphire Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-3319
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-3319
Gr: PK-4 | 283 students Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
J. Brown Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Cord Dr
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-3601
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-3601
Gr: PK-4 | 336 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
203 Carter St
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 840-4422
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 840-4422
Gr: PK-4 | 380 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1606 Highland Ave
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-7325
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 388-7325
Gr: PK-4 | 308 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
R Howell Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
653 Bear Creek Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 540-1032
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 540-1032
Gr: PK-4 | 587 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38401, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38401, TN include J E Woodard Elementary School, J. R. Baker Elementary School and J. Brown Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38401?
6 public preschools are located in 38401.
What is the racial composition of students in 38401?
38401 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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