For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 784 students in 38103, TN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 38103, TN is Downtown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 38103 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38103, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38103, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downtown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10 N 4th St
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 416-8400
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 416-8400
Gr: PK-5 | 784 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38103, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38103, TN include Downtown Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38103?
1 public preschools are located in 38103.
What is the racial composition of students in 38103?
38103 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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