For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 2,552 students in 38127, TN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 38127, TN are Memphis Stem Academy, Memphis Business Academy Elementary School and Memphis Business Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 38127 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 23% statewide average). Charter schools in 38127, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public charter school average of 90% (majority Black).
Best 38127, TN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memphis Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2180 Frayser Blvd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 708-3001
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 708-3001
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students
Rank: #22.
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1082 Berclair
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 591-7267
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 591-7267
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Memphis Business Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3306 Overton Crossing
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 357-8680
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 357-8680
Gr: 9-12 | 521 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Compass Community School Frayser Campus
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3690 Thomas St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 358-7431
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 358-7431
Gr: K-8 | 200 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus
Charter School
1940 Frayser Blvd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3936
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3936
Gr: PK-5 | 657 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Libertas
Charter School
3777 Edenburg Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 609-3611
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 609-3611
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Minority enrollment: 84%
38127, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1662 Dabbs Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3926
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3926
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
1530 Dellwood
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3880
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3880
Gr: 9-12 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2342 Clifton
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3940
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3940
Gr: PK-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Pathways In Education - Tn (Closed 2024)
Charter School
3156 N. Thomas Street
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 353-4999
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 353-4999
Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
3389 Dawn Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 357-3700
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 357-3700
Gr: 7-12 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 38127, TN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 38127, TN include Memphis Stem Academy, Memphis Business Academy Elementary School and Memphis Business Academy High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 38127?
6 public charter schools are located in 38127.
What is the racial composition of students in 38127?
38127 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public charter schools average of 90% (majority Black).
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