For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,090 students in 38103, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38103, TN are Downtown Elementary School and Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38103 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38103, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38103, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downtown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10 N 4th St
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 416-8400
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 416-8400
Gr: PK-5 | 784 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
168 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 474-0955
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 474-0955
Gr: 5-8 | 306 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38103, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38103, TN include Downtown Elementary School and Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38103?
2 public elementary schools are located in 38103.
What is the racial composition of students in 38103?
38103 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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