- Moore Magnet Elementary — 0.6 mi · Grades PK–5 · 456 students
- Norman Smith Elementary — 1.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 609 students
- CMCSS Adult High School — 1.1 mi · Grades 9–12 · 99 students
- Middle College @ Austin Peay State University — 1.6 mi · Grades 11–12 · 105 students
- Barksdale Elementary — 1.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 509 students
- Spanish Immersion @ Barksdale — 1.7 mi · Grades K–5 · 274 students
- Clarksville High — 2.9 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,530 students
- Richview Middle — 2.9 mi · Grades 6–8 · 1,174 students
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| Metric | Clarksville-Montgomery County School System | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 38,773 | 3,544 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 43 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,570/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 34% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 144 rated districts in TN → 61st percentile → 7/10.
Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education TCAP, Overall ELA & Overall Math, Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025–26 school year. Full methodology →
About Clarksville-Montgomery County School System
Clarksville-Montgomery County School System is the public school district assigned to zip code 37040 in Clarksville, Tennessee. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 37040. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
With a rating of 7/10 (above average), Clarksville-Montgomery County School System ranks among Tennessee’s above average-rated school systems. 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.
Clarksville-Montgomery County School System earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Tennessee. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 37040
Children in zip code 37040 are assigned to Clarksville-Montgomery County School System 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 37040, 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 Clarksville-Montgomery County School System at (931)603-2330 or visit www.cmcss.net. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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 Clarksville
For families considering a purchase in the Clarksville area, district assignment matters financially. Because Clarksville-Montgomery County School System serves zip code 37040, homes in and around zip code 37040 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. 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 Clarksville-Montgomery County School System 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 37040.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Clarksville-Montgomery County School System before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 37040 data.