For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public charter schools serving 3,358 students in 38115, TN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 38115, TN are Journey East Academy, Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus and Power Center Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 38115 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 23% statewide average). Charter schools in 38115, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public charter school average of 90% (majority Black).
Best 38115, TN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Journey East Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6870 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 567-7086
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 567-7086
Gr: K-8 | 376 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3572 Emerald
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 546-9926
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 546-9926
Gr: K-8 | 241 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Power Center Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3540 S. Mendenhall St
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 310-2999
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 310-2999
Gr: K-5 | 703 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Power Center Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5390 Mendenhall Square Mall
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 310-1331
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 310-1331
Gr: 9-12 | 671 students
Rank: #55.
Power Center Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5449 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 333-6874
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 333-6874
Gr: 6-8 | 451 students
Rank: #66.
Bluff City High School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Ross Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8157
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8157
Gr: 9-12 | 514 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Kirby Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6670 E Raines Rd
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8169
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 730-8169
Gr: 6-8 | 402 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 38115, TN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 38115, TN include Journey East Academy, Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus and Power Center Academy Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 38115?
7 public charter schools are located in 38115.
What is the racial composition of students in 38115?
38115 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public charter schools average of 90% (majority Black).
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