For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 5,567 students in 38002, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38002, TN are Donelson Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School and Lakeland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38002 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38002, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38002, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Donelson Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12140 Donelson Farms Pkwy
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 389-6973
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 389-6973
Gr: PK-5 | 843 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11825 Douglas
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6000
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6000
Gr: PK-5 | 926 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Lakeland Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10050 Oak Seed Ln
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-7071
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-7071
Gr: PK-4 | 1,029 students Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Arlington Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5470 Lamb Rd
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6015
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6015
Gr: 6-8 | 960 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Lakeland Preparatory School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5020 Lions Crest Dr
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-5412
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-5412
Gr: 5-11 | 1,509 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Barret's Chapel Elementary Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10280 Godwin Rd
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 416-0325
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 416-0325
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38002, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38002, TN include Donelson Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School and Lakeland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38002?
6 public elementary schools are located in 38002.
What is the racial composition of students in 38002?
38002 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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