For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,331 students in 38111, TN (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,192 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 38111, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38111, TN are University Middle School, East High School and Arrow Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38111 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 38111, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38111, TN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
University Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
330 Innovation Dr
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 678-2285
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 678-2285
Grades: 6-8
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
East High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3206 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-6160
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-6160
Grades: 9-12
| 573 students
Rank: #33.
Arrow Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
645 Semmes St
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 207-1891
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 207-1891
Grades: K-5
| 100 students
Rank: #44.
Leadership Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4190 Elliston Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 512-4495
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 512-4495
Grades: K-7
| 357 students
Rank: #55.
South Park Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1736 Getwell Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5024
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5024
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #66.
Sharpe Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3431 Sharpe Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5020
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5020
Grades: PK-5
| 302 students
Rank: #77.
Sherwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1156 Robinhood Ln
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4864
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4864
Grades: PK-5
| 506 students
Rank: #88.
Sherwood Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3480 Rhodes Ave
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4870
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4870
Grades: 6-8
| 796 students
38111, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Artesian Community School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
111 South Highland #291
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 300-0813
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 300-0813
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
East Career Technology Center (Closed 2021)
Vocational School
3206 Poplar
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-6200
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-6200
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Leadership Preparatory Charter School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
4190 Elliston Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 512-4495
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 512-4495
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
703 South Greer
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4091
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4091
Grades: 9-12
| 393 students
Southern Avenue Middle School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
3311 Kimball Av
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 743-7335
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 743-7335
Grades: 6-8
| 159 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38111, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38111, TN include University Middle School, East High School and Arrow Of Excellence.
How many public schools are located in 38111, TN?
8 public schools are located in 38111, TN.
What percentage of students in 38111, TN go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 38111, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38111, TN?
38111, TN public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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