For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,722 students in 38125, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38125, TN are Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School, Lowrance Elementary Middle School and Highland Oaks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38125 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38125, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38125, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4443 S. Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Gr: 6-8 | 75 students
Rank: #22.
Lowrance Elementary Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7740 Lowrance Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2330
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2330
Gr: PK-8 | 787 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Highland Oaks Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5600 Meadowbriar Trl
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0340
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0340
Gr: 6-8 | 537 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8146 East Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Gr: 6-8 | 323 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38125, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38125, TN include Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School, Lowrance Elementary Middle School and Highland Oaks Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38125?
4 public middle schools are located in 38125.
What is the racial composition of students in 38125?
38125 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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