Best 38016 Tennessee Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,749 students in 38016, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 38016, TN are Cordova High School and Mt. Pisgah Middle/high. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38016 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38016, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38016 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cordova High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 38016, TN Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cordova High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Berryhill Rd
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-4312
Gr: 9-12 | 2,251 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Mt. Pisgah Middle/high
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1444 Pisgah Rd
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-2620
Gr: 6-9 | 498 students Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38016, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38016, TN include Cordova High School and Mt. Pisgah Middle/high.
How many public high schools are located in 38016?
2 public high schools are located in 38016.
What is the racial composition of students in 38016?
38016 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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