For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,441 students in 38139, TN (there are 4 private schools, serving 799 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 38139, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38139, TN are Dogwood Elementary School, Houston Middle School and Houston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38139 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38139, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38139, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dogwood Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8945 Dogwood Rd
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2310
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2310
Gr: PK-5 | 663 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Houston Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9400 Wolf River Blvd
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2366
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2366
Gr: 6-8 | 972 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Houston High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9755 Wolf River Blvd
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2370
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2370
Gr: 9-12 | 1,806 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38139, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38139, TN include Dogwood Elementary School, Houston Middle School and Houston High School.
How many public schools are located in 38139?
3 public schools are located in 38139.
What percentage of students in 38139 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 38139 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38139?
38139 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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