For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,193 students in 38104, TN (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,013 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 38104, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38104, TN are Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Middle College High School and Idlewild Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38104 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 38104, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38104, TN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maxine Smith Steam Academy
(Math: 39% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Grades: 6-8
| 350 students
Rank: #22.
Middle College High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Grades: 9-12
| 305 students
Rank: #33.
Idlewild Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1950 Linden Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Grades: K-5
| 471 students
Rank: #44.
Crosstown High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1365 Tower Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5505
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5505
Grades: 9-12
| 478 students
Rank: #55.
Peabody Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2086 Young Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4606
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4606
Grades: PK-5
| 342 students
Rank: #66.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
306 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4500
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,300 students
Rank: #77.
Compass Community School Midtown Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
61 N. Mclean Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-6700
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-6700
Grades: 7-12
| 293 students
Rank: #88.
Bellevue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
575 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Grades: 6-8
| 541 students
Rank: #99.
Bruce Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
581 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4495
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4495
Grades: PK-5
| 490 students
Rank: #1010.
Northwest Prep Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1266 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4400
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4400
Grades: 8-12
| 117 students
Rank: #1111.
Memphis Of Science Engineering Middle/high
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1254 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Grades: 6-12
| 506 students
Rank: n/an/a
717 Beale St
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-5233
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-5233
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1455 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 274-7600
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 274-7600
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38104, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38104, TN include Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Middle College High School and Idlewild Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38104, TN?
13 public schools are located in 38104, TN.
What percentage of students in 38104, TN go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 38104, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38104, TN?
38104, TN public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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