For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,094 students in 38119, TN (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,707 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in 38119, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38119, TN are Oak Forest Elementary School, Balmoral/ridgeway Elementary School and Ridgeway Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38119 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38119, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 38119, TN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oak Forest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7440 Nonconnah View Cv
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2257
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2257
Grades: PK-5
| 411 students
Rank: #22.
Balmoral/ridgeway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5905 Grosvenor Ave
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2128
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2128
Grades: K-5
| 245 students
Rank: #33.
Ridgeway Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6333 Quince Rd
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-1588
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-1588
Grades: 6-8
| 620 students
Rank: #44.
Ridgeway High School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2009 Ridgeway
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-8820
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-8820
Grades: 9-12
| 818 students
38119, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5905 Grosvenor
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 684-2128
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 684-2128
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38119, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38119, TN include Oak Forest Elementary School, Balmoral/ridgeway Elementary School and Ridgeway Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38119?
4 public schools are located in 38119.
What percentage of students in 38119 go to public school?
44% of all K-12 students in 38119 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38119?
38119 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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