For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,202 students in 38018, TN (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,052 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 Elementary Cordova, Memphis School Of Excellence 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 13% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38018, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38018, TN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary Cordova
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8360 Macon Road
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 367-7814
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 367-7814
Grades: K-5
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Memphis School Of Excellence Cordova
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8360 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 421-6789
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 421-6789
Grades: 6-12
| 197 students
Rank: #33.
Cordova Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
750 N Sanga Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-1700
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-1700
Grades: PK-5
| 730 students
Rank: #44.
Cordova Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 N Sanga Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-2189
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-2189
Grades: 6-8
| 643 students
Rank: #55.
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
Grades: 6-8
| 367 students
38018, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
900 Sanga Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 684-2189
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 684-2189
Grades: 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 Elementary Cordova, Memphis School Of Excellence Cordova and Cordova Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38018, TN?
5 public schools are located in 38018, TN.
What percentage of students in 38018, TN go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 38018, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38018, TN?
38018, TN public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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