For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,299 students in 38053, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38053, TN are E.e. Jeter Elementary Middle School, Millington Primary School and Millington Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38053 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38053, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38053, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
E.e. Jeter Elementary Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7662 Benjestown Rd
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 416-2955
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 416-2955
Gr: PK-8 | 356 students Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Millington Primary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6445 William Osteen Dr
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 873-8433
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 873-8433
Gr: PK-3 | 857 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Millington Intermediate School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4964 Cuba-millington Rd
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 873-8130
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 873-8130
Gr: 4-6 | 537 students Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Woodstock Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5885 Woodstock Cuba Rd
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 416-4180
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 416-4180
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Lucy Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6269 Amherst Rd
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 416-2610
Millington, TN 38053
(901) 416-2610
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38053, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38053, TN include E.e. Jeter Elementary Middle School, Millington Primary School and Millington Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38053?
5 public elementary schools are located in 38053.
What is the racial composition of students in 38053?
38053 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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