For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,904 students in 38135, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38135, TN are Bartlett Elementary School, Rivercrest Elementary School and Brownsville Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38135 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38135, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38135, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bartlett Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3932 Billy Maher Rd
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2610
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2610
Gr: PK-5 | 680 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Rivercrest Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4825 Rivercrest
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-1373
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-1373
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Brownsville Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5292 Banbury Ave
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 416-4300
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 416-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38135, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38135, TN include Bartlett Elementary School, Rivercrest Elementary School and Brownsville Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38135?
3 public preschools are located in 38135.
What is the racial composition of students in 38135?
38135 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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