For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,030 students in 38108, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38108, TN are Springdale Elementary School, Wells Station Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38108 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38108, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38108, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
880 N Hollywood St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4883
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4883
Gr: PK-5 | 231 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Wells Station Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Wells Station Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2172
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2172
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3925 Wales Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4222
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4222
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Promise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1346 Bryan St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Kingsbury Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4055 Bayliss Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-6020
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-6020
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3240 James Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 387-5050
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 387-5050
Gr: K-8 | 400 students
Rank: #77.
Oakhaven Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3125 Ladbrook Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2380
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2380
Gr: 6-8 | 303 students
Rank: #88.
Douglass Elementary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1650 Ash St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5946
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5946
Gr: PK-8 | 393 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38108, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38108, TN include Springdale Elementary School, Wells Station Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38108?
8 public elementary schools are located in 38108.
What is the racial composition of students in 38108?
38108 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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