For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,264 students in 38108, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38108, TN are Springdale Elementary School, Wells Station Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38108 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38108, 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 43% (majority Black).
Best 38108, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Springdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
880 N Hollywood St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4883
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4883
Grades: PK-5
| 226 students
Rank: #22.
Wells Station Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Wells Station Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2172
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2172
Grades: PK-5
| 633 students
Rank: #33.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3925 Wales Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4222
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4222
Grades: PK-5
| 303 students
Rank: #44.
Kingsbury Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4055 Bayliss Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-6020
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-6020
Grades: PK-5
| 513 students
Rank: #55.
Promise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1346 Bryan St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Rank: #66.
Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3240 James Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 387-5050
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 387-5050
Grades: K-6
| 331 students
Rank: #77.
Kipp Memphis Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2248 Shannon Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 881-5130
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 881-5130
Grades: K-4
| 238 students
Rank: #88.
Oakhaven Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3125 Ladbrook Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2380
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2380
Grades: 6-8
| 270 students
Rank: #99.
Douglass Elementary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1650 Ash St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5946
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5946
Grades: PK-8
| 484 students
38108, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2109 Howell
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4524
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4524
Grades: 6-8
| 248 students
1346 Bryan
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 325-4860
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 325-4860
Grades: PK-5
| 358 students
2109 Howell
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5444
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5444
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Kipp Memphis Academy Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2110 Howell
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 452-2682
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 452-2682
Grades: 6-8
| 228 students
2248 Shannon Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4616
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4616
Grades: PK-5
| 181 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38108, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38108, TN include Springdale Elementary School, Wells Station Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38108?
9 public elementary schools are located in 38108.
What is the racial composition of students in 38108?
38108 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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