For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,172 students in 38114, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38114, TN are Bethel Grove Elementary School, Rozelle Elementary School and Dunbar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38114 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38114, 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 38114, TN Public Preschools (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.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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%
2415 Saratoga
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 324-6520
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 324-6520
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38114, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38114, TN include Bethel Grove Elementary School, Rozelle Elementary School and Dunbar Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38114?
7 public preschools are located in 38114.
What is the racial composition of students in 38114?
38114 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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