For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 1,618 students in 38118, TN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 38118, TN are Memphis Merit Academy, Wooddale Middle School and Memphis School Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 38118 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 23% statewide average). Charter schools in 38118, 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 38118, TN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memphis Merit Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4775 American Way
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 617-3690
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 617-3690
Gr: K-8 | 424 students
Rank: #22.
Wooddale Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3467 Castleman St
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 730-4086
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 730-4086
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Memphis School Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4921 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 425-2932
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 425-2932
Gr: 6-12 | 575 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Cornerstone Prep School
Charter School
5221 Cottonwood Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-3640
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-3640
Gr: K-2 | 85 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 38118, TN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 38118, TN include Memphis Merit Academy, Wooddale Middle School and Memphis School Of Excellence.
How many public charter schools are located in 38118?
4 public charter schools are located in 38118.
What is the racial composition of students in 38118?
38118 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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