For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,539 students in 38141, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38141, TN are Crump Elementary School, Ross Elementary School and Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38141 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38141, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38141, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crump Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4405 Crump Rd
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 416-1970
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 416-1970
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4890 Ross Rd
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 416-1990
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 416-1990
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4450 S Mendenhall Rd, St 1
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 367-7814
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 367-7814
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38141, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38141, TN include Crump Elementary School, Ross Elementary School and Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38141?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38141.
What is the racial composition of students in 38141?
38141 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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