For the 2024-25 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,405 students in 38104, TN (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,024 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 38104, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38104, TN are Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Idlewild Elementary School and Middle College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38104 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38104, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 38104, TN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maxine Smith Steam Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Grades: 6-8
| 364 students
Rank: #22.
Idlewild Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1950 Linden Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Grades: K-5
| 579 students
Rank: #33.
Middle College High School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Grades: 9-12
| 311 students
Rank: #44.
Crosstown High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1365 Tower Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5500
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 473 students
Rank: #55.
Peabody Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2086 Young Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4606
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4606
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
Rank: #66.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
306 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4500
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,312 students
Rank: #77.
Compass Community School Midtown Campus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
61 N. Mclean Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-1221
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-1221
Grades: 7-12
| 331 students
Rank: #88.
Bellevue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
575 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Grades: 6-8
| 594 students
Rank: #99.
Bruce Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
581 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4495
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4495
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
Rank: #1010.
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1254 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Grades: 6-12
| 593 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Education
Magnet School
717 Beale St
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-5233
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-5233
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Memphis Learning Academy
Magnet School
1455 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 274-7600
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 274-7600
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38104, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38104, TN include Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Idlewild Elementary School and Middle College High School.
How many public schools are located in 38104?
12 public schools are located in 38104.
What percentage of students in 38104 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 38104 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38104?
38104 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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