For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,379 students in 38305, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38305, TN are East Elementary School and Andrew Jackson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38305 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38305, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38305, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2480 Ashport Rd
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 988-3860
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 988-3860
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Andrew Jackson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
211 Old Hickory Blvd
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 668-8023
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 668-8023
Gr: PK-5 | 566 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
248 Bedford White Rd
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 427-6396
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 427-6396
Gr: PK | 321 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38305, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38305, TN include East Elementary School and Andrew Jackson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38305?
3 public preschools are located in 38305.
What is the racial composition of students in 38305?
38305 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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