For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,722 students in 38114, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 38114, TN are Rozelle Elementary School, Bethel Grove Elementary School and Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38114 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38114, 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 38114, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rozelle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
993 Roland
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4612
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4612
Grades: PK-5
| 227 students
Rank: #22.
Bethel Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2459 Arlington Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5012
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5012
Grades: PK-5
| 299 students
Rank: #33.
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2718 Lamar Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 743-6700
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 743-6700
Grades: K-8
| 188 students
Rank: #44.
Alcy Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1750 E Alcy Rd
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-3674
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-3674
Grades: PK-5
| 732 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3061 Kimball Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5028
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5028
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Dunbar Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2606 Select Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5000
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5000
Grades: PK-5
| 198 students
Rank: #77.
Melrose High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2870 Deadrick Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5974
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5974
Grades: 9-12
| 710 students
38114, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2140 Charjean Rd
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5016
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5016
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
680 Hanley
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5958
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5958
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
680 Hanley St
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 567-7084
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 567-7084
Grades: 6-8
| 206 students
Journey Hanley School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
680 Hanley St
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 567-7084
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 567-7084
Grades: PK-8
| 657 students
2061 Livewell Cr
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4578
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4578
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
2415 Saratoga
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 324-6520
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 324-6520
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38114, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38114, TN include Rozelle Elementary School, Bethel Grove Elementary School and Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus.
How many public schools are located in 38114?
7 public schools are located in 38114.
What is the racial composition of students in 38114?
38114 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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