For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 6,886 students in 38109, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 38109, TN are J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School, Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch and Westhaven Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38109 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38109, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38109, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5250 Tulane Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-3156
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-3156
Gr: K-8 | 432 students
Rank: #22.
Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3750 Millbranch Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 538-9500
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 538-9500
Gr: K-5 | 495 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Westhaven Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4585 Hodge Rd.
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8740
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8740
Gr: PK-5 | 740 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Vision Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
260 Joubert Ave
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 775-1018
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 775-1018
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students
Rank: #55.
Levi Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
135 W Levi Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8166
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8166
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students
Rank: #66.
Double Tree Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4560 Double Tree
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8144
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8144
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Westwood High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4480 Westmont Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8000
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 361 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Ford Road Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3336 Ford Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8150
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8150
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Chickasaw Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4060 Westmont Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8134
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8134
Gr: 6-8 | 330 students
Rank: #1010.
Riverview Elementary Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
241 Majuba Ave
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7340
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7340
Gr: PK-8 | 522 students
Rank: #1111.
Mitchell High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
658 Wmitchell Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8174
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8174
Gr: 9-12 | 376 students
Rank: #1212.
Geeter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4649 Horn Lake Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8157
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8157
Gr: PK-8 | 709 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
778 Parkrose Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 538-9500
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 538-9500
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
1591 Pennsylvania Ave
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7594
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7594
Gr: K-12 | 402 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
4950 Fairley Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 321-2500
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 321-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Southwest Career Technology Center
Vocational School
3746 Horn Lake Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8186
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8186
Gr: 9-12
38109, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1591 Pennsylvania
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7884
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7884
Gr: 7-12 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1591 Pennsylvania
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7594
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7594
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
4950 Fairley Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8080
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8080
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
778 Parkrose
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 881-1149
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 881-1149
Gr: PK-5
4649 Horn Lake Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8157
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8157
Gr: 6-8 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
3966 Sewanee Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 628-6635
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 628-6635
Gr: 6-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
5132 Jonetta St
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8163
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8163
Gr: PK-6 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
4900 Horn Lake Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8170
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8170
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
430 Ivan Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-3146
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-3146
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
260 Joubert
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 614-7360
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 614-7360
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
322 King Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 789-8198
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 789-8198
Gr: PK-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
3966 Sewanee Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8206
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8206
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38109, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38109, TN include J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School, Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch and Westhaven Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38109?
17 public schools are located in 38109.
What is the racial composition of students in 38109?
38109 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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