For the 2024 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 8,076 students in 38115, TN (there are 5 private schools, serving 129 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 38115, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38115, TN are Hickory Ridge Elementary School, Fox Meadows Elementary School and Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38115 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38115, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38115, TN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hickory Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3890 Hickory Hill Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-1195
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-1195
Grades: PK-5
| 681 students
Rank: #22.
Fox Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2960 Emerald St
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-2530
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-2530
Grades: PK-5
| 549 students
Rank: #33.
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3572 Emerald St
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 546-9926
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 546-9926
Grades: K-8
| 252 students
Rank: #44.
Belle Forest Community School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3135 Ridgeway
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-7200
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-7200
Grades: PK-5
| 1,013 students
Rank: #55.
Journey East Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6870 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 567-7086
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 567-7086
Grades: K-8
| 385 students
Rank: #66.
Winridge Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3500 Ridgeway Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-6618
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-6618
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #77.
Newberry Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5540 Newberry Ave
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-2518
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-2518
Grades: PK-5
| 377 students
Rank: #88.
Hickory Ridge Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Ridgeway Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-9337
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-9337
Grades: 6-8
| 746 students
Rank: #99.
Power Center High School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5390 Mendenhall Square Mall
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 310-1331
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 310-1331
Grades: 9-12
| 652 students
Rank: #1010.
Power Center Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3540 S. Mendenhall Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 310-2999
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 310-2999
Grades: K-5
| 709 students
Rank: #1111.
Power Center Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5449 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 333-6874
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 333-6874
Grades: 6-8
| 434 students
Rank: #1212.
Kirby High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4080 Kirby Pkwy
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-1960
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-1960
Grades: 9-12
| 793 students
Rank: #1313.
Bluff City High School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Ross Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8157
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8157
Grades: 9-12
| 500 students
Rank: #1414.
Kirby Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6670 E Raines Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8169
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8169
Grades: 6-8
| 446 students
Rank: n/an/a
3435 3435 Ridge Meadow Pkwy
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-1530
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-1530
Grades: PK
| 79 students
38115, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bluff City High School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
4100 Ross Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8157
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8157
Grades: 9-12
| 566 students
5396 Mendenhall Square Mall
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-5120
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-5120
Grades: 9-12
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38115, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38115, TN include Hickory Ridge Elementary School, Fox Meadows Elementary School and Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus.
How many public schools are located in 38115, TN?
15 public schools are located in 38115, TN.
What percentage of students in 38115, TN go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 38115, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38115, TN?
38115, TN public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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