For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,020 students in 38114, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in 38114, TN are Bethel Grove Elementary School, Rozelle Elementary School and Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38114 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38114, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 43% (majority Black).
Best 38114, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bethel Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2459 Arlington Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5012
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5012
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Rozelle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
993 Roland
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4612
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4612
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2718 Lamar Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 743-6700
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 743-6700
Gr: K-8 | 203 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Dunbar Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2606 Select Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5000
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Alcy Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1750 E Alcy Rd
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-3674
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-3674
Gr: PK-5 | 775 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3061 Kimball Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5028
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5028
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students
Rank: #77.
Melrose High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2870 Deadrick Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5974
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5974
Gr: 9-12 | 645 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
680 Hanley St
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5300
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Minority enrollment: 99%
2415 Saratoga
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 324-6520
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 324-6520
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38114, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38114, TN include Bethel Grove Elementary School, Rozelle Elementary School and Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus.
How many public schools are located in 38114?
9 public schools are located in 38114.
What is the racial composition of students in 38114?
38114 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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