For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,190 students in 38125, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 162 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 38125, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38125, TN are Southwind Elementary School, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School and Germanshire Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38125 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38125, 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 38125, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwind Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8155 Meadow Vale Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2805
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2805
Gr: PK-5 | 641 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4443 S. Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Gr: PK-5 | 183 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Germanshire Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3965 South Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-3733
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-3733
Gr: PK-5 | 725 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8146 E Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 602-5530
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 602-5530
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Highland Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5252 Annandale Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0330
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0330
Gr: PK-5 | 821 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4443 S. Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Gr: 6-8 | 75 students
Rank: #77.
Lowrance Elementary Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7740 Lowrance Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2330
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2330
Gr: PK-8 | 787 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Highland Oaks Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5600 Meadowbriar Trl
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0340
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0340
Gr: 6-8 | 537 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Southwind High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7900 E Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-4141
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-4141
Gr: 9-12 | 1,675 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8146 East Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Gr: 6-8 | 323 students
38125, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8800 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 509-6190
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 509-6190
Gr: K-8
5270 Riverdale Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 756-5290
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 756-5290
Gr: K-1 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38125, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38125, TN include Southwind Elementary School, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School and Germanshire Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38125?
10 public schools are located in 38125.
What percentage of students in 38125 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 38125 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38125?
38125 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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