For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,824 students in 38114, TN.
The top ranked public preschools in 38114, TN are Bethel Grove Elementary School, Rozelle Elementary School and Dunbar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38114 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 38114, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38114, TN Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Rozelle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
993 Roland
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4612
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4612
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
Dunbar Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2606 Select Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5000
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Alcy Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1750 E Alcy Rd
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-3674
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-3674
Gr: PK-5 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
38114, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
680 Hanley St
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 567-7084
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 567-7084
Gr: 6-8 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Journey Hanley School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
680 Hanley St
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 567-7084
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 567-7084
Gr: PK-8 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
2415 Saratoga
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 324-6520
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 324-6520
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 38114, TN?
The top ranked public preschools in 38114, TN include Bethel Grove Elementary School, Rozelle Elementary School and Dunbar Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38114?
5 public preschools are located in 38114.
What is the racial composition of students in 38114?
38114 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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