For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 6,045 students in 38118, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 38118 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38118, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38118, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
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.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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: #1010.
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: #1111.
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: 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%
38118, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2601 Ketchum Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-5006
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-5006
Gr: 6-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38118, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38118, TN include Shrine School, Evans Elementary School and Cromwell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38118?
13 public elementary schools are located in 38118.
What is the racial composition of students in 38118?
38118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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