For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,731 students in 38104, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38104, TN are Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Bellevue Middle School and Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38104 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38104, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38104, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maxine Smith Steam Academy
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Gr: 6-8 | 439 students Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Bellevue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
575 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1254 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Gr: 6-12 | 667 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38104, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38104, TN include Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Bellevue Middle School and Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high.
How many public middle schools are located in 38104?
3 public middle schools are located in 38104.
What is the racial composition of students in 38104?
38104 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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