For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,495 students in 38018, TN (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,033 private students). 55% 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 20% (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 (2025)
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 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
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 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Dexter Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 17% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6998 Raleigh Lagrange Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 373-3134
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 373-3134
Gr: 6-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
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 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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?
5 public schools are located in 38018.
What percentage of students in 38018 go to public school?
55% 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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