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Best 38108 Tennessee Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,980 students in 38108, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 62 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 38108, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38108, TN are Springdale Elementary School, Wells Station Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38108 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38108, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 38108, TN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
880 N Hollywood St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4883
Gr: PK-5 | 231 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Wells Station Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1610 Wells Station Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2172
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3925 Wales Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4222
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Promise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1346 Bryan St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Kingsbury Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4055 Bayliss Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-6020
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3240 James Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 387-5050
Gr: K-8 | 400 students
Rank: #77.
Douglass High School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3200 Mount Olive Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-0990
Gr: 9-12 | 604 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Oakhaven Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3125 Ladbrook Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2380
Gr: 6-8 | 303 students
Rank: #99.
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2110 Howell Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 791-9792
Gr: 9-12 | 346 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Douglass Elementary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1650 Ash St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5946
Gr: PK-8 | 393 students Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 38108, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38108, TN include Springdale Elementary School, Wells Station Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38108?
10 public schools are located in 38108.
What percentage of students in 38108 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 38108 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38108?
38108 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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