For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,541 students in 38106, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38106, TN are A. B. Hill Elementary School, Cummings Elementary Middle School and Hamilton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38106 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38106, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38106, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A. B. Hill Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
345 East Olive Ave
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 416-7844
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 416-7844
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Cummings Elementary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1037 Cummings St
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 416-7810
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 416-7810
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students
Rank: #33.
Hamilton School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1478 Wilson St
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 416-7832
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 416-7832
Gr: PK-8 | 677 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
867 South Parkway East
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 948-6441
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 948-6441
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38106, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38106, TN include A. B. Hill Elementary School, Cummings Elementary Middle School and Hamilton School.
How many public preschools are located in 38106?
5 public preschools are located in 38106.
What is the racial composition of students in 38106?
38106 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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