Best 38108 Tennessee Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,096 students in 38108, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38108, TN are Star Academy, Oakhaven Middle School and Douglass Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38108 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38108, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).

Best 38108, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3240 James Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 387-5050
Gr: K-8 | 400 students
Rank: #22.
Oakhaven Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3125 Ladbrook Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2380
Gr: 6-8 | 303 students
Rank: #33.
Douglass Elementary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1650 Ash St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5946
Gr: PK-8 | 393 students Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38108, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38108, TN include Star Academy, Oakhaven Middle School and Douglass Elementary Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38108?
3 public middle schools are located in 38108.
What is the racial composition of students in 38108?
38108 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).

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