For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,176 students in 38134, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38134, TN are Elmore Park Middle School and Memphis Business Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38134 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38134, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38134, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elmore Park Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6330 Althorne Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2642
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2642
Gr: 6-8 | 777 students Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Memphis Business Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3306 Overton Crossing
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 357-2708
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 357-2708
Gr: 6-8 | 399 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38134, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38134, TN include Elmore Park Middle School and Memphis Business Academy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38134?
2 public middle schools are located in 38134.
What is the racial composition of students in 38134?
38134 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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