For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,012 students in 38016, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38016, TN are Dexter School and Mt. Pisgah Middle/high. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38016 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38016, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 38016, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7105 Dexter Rd
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-0355
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-0355
Gr: PK-8 | 1,490 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Mt. Pisgah Middle/high
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1444 Pisgah Rd
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-2620
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-2620
Gr: 6-9 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38016, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38016, TN include Dexter School and Mt. Pisgah Middle/high.
How many public middle schools are located in 38016?
2 public middle schools are located in 38016.
What is the racial composition of students in 38016?
38016 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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