For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 848 students in 38126, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38126, TN are Ida B. Wells Academy Es/ms, B. T. Washington High School and Larose Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38126 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38126, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38126, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ida B. Wells Academy Es/ms
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
995 S Lauderdale St
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-3210
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-3210
Gr: K-8 | 99 students
Rank: #22.
B. T. Washington High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
715 S Lauderdale St
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-7240
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-7240
Gr: 6-12 | 436 students
Rank: #33.
Larose Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
864 Willoughby St
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-7848
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-7848
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38126, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38126, TN include Ida B. Wells Academy Es/ms, B. T. Washington High School and Larose Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38126?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38126.
What is the racial composition of students in 38126?
38126 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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