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Best 38104 Tennessee Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,610 students in 38104, TN (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,203 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 38104, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38104, TN are Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Idlewild Elementary School and Middle College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38104 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38104, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 38104, TN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maxine Smith Steam Academy
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Gr: 6-8 | 439 students Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Idlewild Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1950 Linden Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Gr: K-5 | 593 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Middle College High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Gr: 9-12 | 304 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Crosstown High School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1365 Tower Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5505
Gr: 9-12 | 520 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Peabody Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2086 Young Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4606
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Compass Community School Midtown Campus
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
61 N. Mclean Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-1221
Gr: 9-12 | 373 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
306 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,331 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Bellevue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
575 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Bruce Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
581 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4495
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1254 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Gr: 6-12 | 667 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Education
717 Beale St
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-5233
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
Memphis Learning Academy
1455 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 274-7600
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 38104, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38104, TN include Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Idlewild Elementary School and Middle College High School.
How many public schools are located in 38104?
12 public schools are located in 38104.
What percentage of students in 38104 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 38104 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38104?
38104 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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