For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,275 students in 38115, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38115, TN are Journey East Academy, Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus and Power Center Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38115 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38115, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38115, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Journey East Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6870 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 567-7086
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 567-7086
Gr: K-8 | 376 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3572 Emerald
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 546-9926
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 546-9926
Gr: K-8 | 241 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Power Center Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5449 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 333-6874
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 333-6874
Gr: 6-8 | 451 students
Rank: #44.
Hickory Ridge Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Ridgeway Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-9337
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 416-9337
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Kirby Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6670 E Raines Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8169
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8169
Gr: 6-8 | 402 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38115, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38115, TN include Journey East Academy, Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus and Power Center Academy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38115?
5 public middle schools are located in 38115.
What is the racial composition of students in 38115?
38115 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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