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Best 38127 Tennessee Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public elementary schools serving 5,764 students in 38127, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38127, TN are Delano Elementary School, Memphis Stem Academy and Memphis Business Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38127 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38127, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).

Best 38127, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delano Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1716 Delano Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3932
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students
Rank: #22.
Memphis Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2180 Frayser Blvd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 708-3001
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students
Rank: #33.
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1082 Berclair
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 591-7267
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Compass Community School Frayser Campus
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3690 Thomas St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 358-7431
Gr: K-8 | 200 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Hawkins Mill Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4295 Mountain Terrace St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3944
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Northaven Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5157 N Circle Rd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-2800
Gr: PK-8 | 320 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Grandview Heights Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2342 Clifton Rd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3940
Gr: 6-8 | 472 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3347 Dawn Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3725
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3232 Birchfield Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Georgian Hills Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3925 Denver St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3740
Gr: 6-8 | 249 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus
Charter School
1940 Frayser Blvd
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3936
Gr: PK-5 | 657 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Frayser-corning Elementary School
1602 Dellwood Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students
Rank: n/an/a
Georgian Hills Elementary School
3930 Leweir St
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-0853
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Libertas
Charter School
3777 Edenburg Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 609-3611
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Westside Middle School
3389 Dawn Dr
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 445-1723
Gr: 6-8 | 281 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Whitney Elementary School
1219 Whitney Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3840
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38127, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38127, TN include Delano Elementary School, Memphis Stem Academy and Memphis Business Academy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38127?
16 public elementary schools are located in 38127.
What is the racial composition of students in 38127?
38127 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).

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