For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,527 students in 38127, TN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 38127, TN are Compass Community School Frayser Campus, Northaven Elementary School and Grandview Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38127 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38127, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 38127, TN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
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 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Northaven Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5157 N Circle Rd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-2800
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-2800
Gr: PK-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Grandview Heights Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2342 Clifton Rd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3940
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3940
Gr: 6-8 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #44.
Georgian Hills Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3925 Denver St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3740
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3740
Gr: 6-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Westside Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3389 Dawn Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 440-4011
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 440-4011
Gr: 6-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 middle schools in 38127, TN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 38127, TN include Compass Community School Frayser Campus, Northaven Elementary School and Grandview Heights Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38127?
5 public middle schools are located in 38127.
What is the racial composition of students in 38127?
38127 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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