For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,741 students in 38138, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38138, TN are Farmington Elementary School, Forest Hill Elementary School and Riverdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38138 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38138, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38138, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farmington Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2085 Cordes Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 756-2320
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 756-2320
Gr: PK-5 | 646 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Forest Hill Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3368 S. Forest Hill Irene Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 730-8520
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 730-8520
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Riverdale Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7391 Neshoba Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 756-2300
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 756-2300
Gr: PK-8 | 1,184 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Germantown Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2730 Cross Country Dr
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 416-0945
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 416-0945
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Germantown Online Academy Of Learning
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3350 S. Forest Hill Irene Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 757-6479
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 757-6479
Gr: K-12 | 84 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Germantown Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7925 Cd Smith Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 416-0950
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 416-0950
Gr: 6-8 | 606 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38138, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38138, TN include Farmington Elementary School, Forest Hill Elementary School and Riverdale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38138?
6 public elementary schools are located in 38138.
What is the racial composition of students in 38138?
38138 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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