For the 2026 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 8,612 students in 38118, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 38118, TN are Shrine School, Evans Elementary School and Cromwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38118 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38118, 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 38118, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shrine School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4259 Forest View Dr
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2400
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2400
Gr: PK-12 | 126 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Evans Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4949 Cottonwood Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2504
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2504
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Cromwell Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4989 Cromwell Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2500
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Sheffield Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4290 Chuck Ave
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2360
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2360
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Oakhaven High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3125 Ladbrook Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2300
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 341 students
Rank: #66.
Parkway Village Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Claudette Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0870
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0870
Gr: PK-5 | 856 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Memphis Merit Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4775 American Way
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 617-3690
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 617-3690
Gr: K-8 | 424 students
Rank: #88.
Getwell Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2795 Getwell Road
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0267
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0267
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Wooddale Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3467 Castleman St
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 730-4086
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 730-4086
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Memphis School Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4921 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 425-2932
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 425-2932
Gr: 6-12 | 575 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Oakhaven Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3795 Bishops Bridge Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2320
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2320
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students
Rank: #1212.
American Way Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3805 American Way
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-1250
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-1250
Gr: 6-8 | 693 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Sheffield High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4315 Sheffield Ave
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2370
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2370
Gr: 9-12 | 516 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Wooddale High School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5151 Scottsdale
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2440
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2440
Gr: 9-12 | 662 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1515.
The Excel Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2576 Thousand Oaks Blvd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 726-3100
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 726-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 457 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1616.
Invictus Academy At Airways
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Ketchum
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-4400
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-4400
Gr: 8-12 | 173 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Cornerstone Prep School
Charter School
5221 Cottonwood Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-3640
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-3640
Gr: K-2 | 85 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
4982 Knight Arnold
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 367-2912
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 367-2912
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
3237 Knight Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 321-2500
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 321-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 418 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Sheffield Career Technology Center
Vocational School
4350 Chuck Ave
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2340
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2340
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38118, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38118, TN include Shrine School, Evans Elementary School and Cromwell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38118?
21 public schools are located in 38118.
What is the racial composition of students in 38118?
38118 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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