For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,465 students in 38139, TN (there are 4 private schools, serving 701 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 38139, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38139, TN are Dogwood Elementary School, Houston Middle School and Houston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38139 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38139, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38139, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dogwood Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8945 Dogwood Rd
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2310
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2310
Grades: PK-5
| 647 students
Rank: #22.
Houston Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9400 Wolf River Blvd
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2366
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2366
Grades: 6-8
| 886 students
Rank: #33.
Houston High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9755 Wolf River Blvd
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2370
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2370
Grades: 9-12
| 1,932 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38139, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38139, TN include Dogwood Elementary School, Houston Middle School and Houston High School.
How many public schools are located in 38139?
3 public schools are located in 38139.
What percentage of students in 38139 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 38139 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38139?
38139 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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