For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,795 students in 38116, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38116, TN are Whitehaven Elementary School, Gardenview Elementary School and Oakshire Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38116 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38116, 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 43% (majority Black).
Best 38116, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitehaven Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4783 Elvis Presley Blvd
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-7431
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-7431
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Gardenview Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4075 Hartz Dr
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-3068
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-3068
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students
Rank: #33.
Oakshire Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1765 E Holmes Rd
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-3140
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-3140
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Robert R. Church Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Millbranch Rd
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-0198
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-0198
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students
Rank: #55.
Holmes Road Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1083 E Holmes Rd
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-6469
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-6469
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Winchester Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3587 Boeingshire Dr
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-3152
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 416-3152
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Minority enrollment: 98%
38116, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38116, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38116, TN include Whitehaven Elementary School, Gardenview Elementary School and Oakshire Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38116?
6 public preschools are located in 38116.
What is the racial composition of students in 38116?
38116 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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