For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,998 students in 38133, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38133, TN are Appling Middle School, Bon Lin Middle School and Kate Bond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38133 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38133, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38133, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Appling Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 Appling Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-1410
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-1410
Gr: 6-8 | 593 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bon Lin Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3862 Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 347-1520
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 347-1520
Gr: 6-8 | 677 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Kate Bond Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2727 Kate Bond Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 416-0020
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 416-0020
Gr: PK-5 | 726 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Kate Bond Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2737 Kate Bond Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 416-0640
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 416-0640
Gr: 6-8 | 1,002 students Minority enrollment: 94%
38133, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Shelby County Alternative School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
2911 Brunswick Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0914
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0914
Gr: 6-12 | 50 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38133, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38133, TN include Appling Middle School, Bon Lin Middle School and Kate Bond Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38133?
4 public elementary schools are located in 38133.
What is the racial composition of students in 38133?
38133 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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