For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,122 students in 38125, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 162 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 38125, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38125, TN are Southwind Elementary School, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School and Germanshire Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38125 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38125, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 38125, TN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwind Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8155 Meadow Vale Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2805
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2805
Grades: PK-5
| 686 students
Rank: #22.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4443 S. Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Grades: K-4
| 95 students
Rank: #33.
Germanshire Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3965 South Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-3733
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-3733
Grades: PK-5
| 764 students
Rank: #44.
Highland Oaks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5252 Annandale Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0330
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0330
Grades: PK-5
| 827 students
Rank: #55.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4443 S. Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Grades: 6-8
| 51 students
Rank: #66.
Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8146 E Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Rank: #77.
Highland Oaks Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5600 Meadowbriar Trl
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0340
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0340
Grades: 6-8
| 589 students
Rank: #88.
Lowrance Elementary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7740 Lowrance Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2330
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2330
Grades: PK-8
| 948 students
Rank: #99.
Southwind High School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7900 E Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-4141
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-4141
Grades: 9-12
| 1,507 students
Rank: #1010.
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8146 East Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Grades: 6-8
| 240 students
38125, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8800 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 509-6190
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 509-6190
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
5270 Riverdale Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 756-5290
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 756-5290
Grades: K-1
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38125, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38125, TN include Southwind Elementary School, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School and Germanshire Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38125?
10 public schools are located in 38125.
What percentage of students in 38125 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 38125 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38125?
38125 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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