For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,406 students in 38135, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 134 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 38135, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38135, TN are Bartlett Elementary School, Ellendale Elementary School and Rivercrest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38135 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38135, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38135, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bartlett Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3932 Billy Maher Rd
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2610
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2610
Gr: PK-5 | 680 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Ellendale Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6950 Dawn Hill
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2636
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2636
Gr: K-5 | 502 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Rivercrest Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4825 Rivercrest
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-1373
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-1373
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Brownsville Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5292 Banbury Ave
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 416-4300
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 416-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38135, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38135, TN include Bartlett Elementary School, Ellendale Elementary School and Rivercrest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38135?
4 public schools are located in 38135.
What percentage of students in 38135 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 38135 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38135?
38135 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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