For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,375 students in 38114, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38114, TN are Bethel Grove Elementary School, Rozelle Elementary School and Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38114 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38114, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38114, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bethel Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2459 Arlington Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5012
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5012
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Rozelle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
993 Roland
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4612
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-4612
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2718 Lamar Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 743-6700
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 743-6700
Gr: K-8 | 203 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Dunbar Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2606 Select Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5000
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Alcy Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1750 E Alcy Rd
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-3674
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-3674
Gr: PK-5 | 775 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3061 Kimball Ave
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5028
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5028
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students
Rank: n/an/a
680 Hanley St
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5300
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 416-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38114, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38114, TN include Bethel Grove Elementary School, Rozelle Elementary School and Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38114?
7 public elementary schools are located in 38114.
What is the racial composition of students in 38114?
38114 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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