For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,266 students in 38018, TN (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,061 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 38018, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38018, TN are Memphis School Of Excellence Cordova, Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary Cordova and Cordova Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38018 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38018, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38018, TN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Memphis School Of Excellence Cordova
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8360 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 421-6825
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 421-6825
Gr: 6-12 | 448 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary Cordova
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8350 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 707-8146
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 707-8146
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Cordova Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
750 N Sanga Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-1700
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 814 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Cordova Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 N Sanga Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-2189
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-2189
Gr: 6-8 | 680 students Minority enrollment: 95%
38018, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
900 Sanga Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 684-2189
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 684-2189
Gr: 5-8 | 619 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38018, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38018, TN include Memphis School Of Excellence Cordova, Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary Cordova and Cordova Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38018?
4 public schools are located in 38018.
What percentage of students in 38018 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 38018 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38018?
38018 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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