For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public elementary schools serving 5,971 students in 38118, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38118, TN are Shrine School, Sheffield Elementary School and Memphis Merit Academy. 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 9% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38118, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-12
| 136 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 499 students
Rank: #33.
Memphis Merit Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4775 American Way
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 617-3690
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 617-3690
Grades: K-5
| 355 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Cromwell Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4989 Cromwell Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2500
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Evans Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4949 Cottonwood Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2504
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2504
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #66.
Parkway Village Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Claudette Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0870
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0870
Grades: PK-5
| 828 students
Rank: #77.
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
Grades: 6-12
| 562 students
Rank: #88.
Getwell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2795 Getwell Road
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0267
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0267
Grades: PK-5
| 551 students
Rank: #99.
Wooddale Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3467 Castleman St
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 730-4086
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 730-4086
Grades: 6-8
| 552 students
Rank: #1010.
Oakhaven Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3795 Bishops Bridge Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2320
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2320
Grades: PK-5
| 523 students
Rank: #1111.
Memphis Virtual School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3237 Knight Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0115
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0115
Grades: 4-12
| 333 students
Rank: #1212.
American Way Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3805 American Way
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-1250
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-1250
Grades: 6-8
| 671 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cornerstone Prep School
Charter School
5221 Cottonwood Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-3640
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-3640
Grades: K-1
| 53 students
38118, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2601 Ketchum Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-5006
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-5006
Grades: 6-8
| 302 students
3001 S Goodlett St
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2510
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2510
Grades: PK-7
| n/a students
3237 Knight Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2514
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2514
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
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, Sheffield Elementary School and Memphis Merit Academy.
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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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