For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,988 students in 38111, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38111, TN are Leadership Preparatory Charter School, Arrow Academy Of Excellence and Sharpe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38111 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38111, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38111, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leadership Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4190 Elliston Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 512-4495
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 512-4495
Gr: K-8 | 462 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Arrow Academy Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
645 Semmes St
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 207-1891
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 207-1891
Gr: K-5 | 76 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Sharpe Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3431 Sharpe Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5020
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5020
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students
Rank: #44.
South Park Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1720 Getwell Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5024
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5024
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Sherwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1156 Robinhood Ln
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4864
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4864
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Sherwood Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3480 Rhodes Ave
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4870
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4870
Gr: 6-8 | 743 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
535 Zach H Curlin St
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 678-2285
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 678-2285
Gr: K-5 | 413 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38111, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38111, TN include Leadership Preparatory Charter School, Arrow Academy Of Excellence and Sharpe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38111?
7 public elementary schools are located in 38111.
What is the racial composition of students in 38111?
38111 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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