For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,306 students in 38119, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38119, TN are Oak Forest Elementary School, Balmoral/ridgeway Elementary School and Ridgeway Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38119 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38119, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 38119, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Forest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7440 Nonconnah View Cv
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2257
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2257
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Balmoral/ridgeway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5905 Grosvenor Ave
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2128
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2128
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Ridgeway Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6333 Quince Rd
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-1588
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-1588
Gr: 6-8 | 599 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38119, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38119, TN include Oak Forest Elementary School, Balmoral/ridgeway Elementary School and Ridgeway Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38119?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38119.
What is the racial composition of students in 38119?
38119 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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