For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,920 students in 38117, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38117, TN are White Station Elementary School, Sea Isle Elementary School and Willow Oaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38117 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38117, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38117, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Station Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4840 Chickasaw Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8900
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8900
Gr: PK-5 | 786 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Sea Isle Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5250 Sea Isle Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2104
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2104
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Willow Oaks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4417 Willow Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2196
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2196
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38117, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38117, TN include White Station Elementary School, Sea Isle Elementary School and Willow Oaks Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38117?
3 public preschools are located in 38117.
What is the racial composition of students in 38117?
38117 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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