For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,121 students in 38019, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38019, TN are Austin Peay Elementary School and Charger Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38019 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38019, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38019, TN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Austin Peay Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
474 Academic Dr
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5121
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5121
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Charger Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
760 Bert Johnston Ave
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 476-1444
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 476-1444
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Minority enrollment: 84%
38019, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
800 Bert Johnston Av
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 476-4620
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 476-4620
Gr: 6-8 | 299 students
100 C E Moss Pkwy
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5925
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-5925
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38019, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38019, TN include Austin Peay Elementary School and Charger Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 38019?
2 public preschools are located in 38019.
What is the racial composition of students in 38019?
38019 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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