Private Schools Market: ZIP 37215
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 37215 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 22,188 and household incomes well above the national median ($151,156). There are 4 private schools operations in ZIP 37215.
Area Profile
22,188
Population
$151,156
Median Income
+103% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 44.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 59.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 37215.
4
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
1.8 per 10K residents
6
Child Care Centers
2.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 40.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 37215 (4 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,390
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,870
Median Gross Rent
$960 K
Median Home Value
23
Bank Branches
$2.8 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Tennessee
- Accreditation takes 2-3 years but determines whether your tuition qualifies for tax credits and whether colleges recognize your diplomas.
- Your first 50 students are the hardest. Most private schools break even around 80-120 students. Plan for 2-3 years of operating losses.
- Facility costs dominate. Leasing a church or community center cuts your startup cost by 60-80% vs. building or buying.
- Teacher salaries run 15-30% below public school equivalents. You'll attract mission-driven educators, but benefits and culture have to compensate.
- The median income here is $151,156. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Private Schools
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 23
vs. National Average
Median Income
+103% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
37220
3.0 mi
Pop: 5,483
$156,227
Walk: 7.9
37205
3.3 mi
Pop: 24,557
$133,068
Walk: 11.1
37212
4.2 mi
Pop: 20,046
$86,461
Walk: 16.1
37204
4.5 mi
Pop: 17,004
$109,341
Walk: 15.7
37232
4.6 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 15.5
37203
5.6 mi
Pop: 20,234
$69,671
37027
6.7 mi
Pop: 61,961
$156,002
Walk: 7.5
37208
6.8 mi
Pop: 20,204
$62,682
Walk: 15.2
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits