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Best 38127 Tennessee Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 7,168 students in 38127, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 409 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 38127, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38127, TN are Delano Elementary School, Memphis Stem Academy and Memphis Business Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38127 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38127, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 38127, TN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delano Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1716 Delano Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3932
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students
Rank: #22.
Memphis Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2180 Frayser Blvd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 708-3001
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students
Rank: #33.
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1082 Berclair
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 591-7267
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Memphis Business Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3306 Overton Crossing
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 357-8680
Gr: 9-12 | 521 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Compass Community School Frayser Campus
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3690 Thomas St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 358-7431
Gr: K-8 | 200 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Hawkins Mill Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4295 Mountain Terrace St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3944
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Northaven Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5157 N Circle Rd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-2800
Gr: PK-8 | 320 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Grandview Heights Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2342 Clifton Rd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3940
Gr: 6-8 | 472 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3347 Dawn Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3725
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3232 Birchfield Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Trezevant High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3350 N Trezevant St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3760
Gr: 9-12 | 883 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Georgian Hills Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3925 Denver St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3740
Gr: 6-8 | 249 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus
Charter School
1940 Frayser Blvd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3936
Gr: PK-5 | 657 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Frayser-corning Elementary School
1602 Dellwood Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students
Rank: n/an/a
Georgian Hills Elementary School
3930 Leweir St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-0853
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Libertas
Charter School
3777 Edenburg Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 609-3611
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Primary Prepatory
3274 Range Line
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 358-6535
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
Trezevant Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
3224 Range Line Rd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3800
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Westside Middle School
3389 Dawn Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 445-1723
Gr: 6-8 | 281 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Whitney Elementary School
1219 Whitney Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3840
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 38127, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38127, TN include Delano Elementary School, Memphis Stem Academy and Memphis Business Academy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38127?
20 public schools are located in 38127.
What percentage of students in 38127 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 38127 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38127?
38127 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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