For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,152 students in 38104, TN (there are , serving 626 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 38104, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38104, TN are Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Idlewild Elementary School and Middle College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38104 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38104, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38104, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maxine Smith Steam Academy
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Gr: 6-8 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Idlewild Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1950 Linden Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Gr: K-5 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Middle College High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Gr: 9-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Crosstown High School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1365 Tower Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5505
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5505
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Peabody Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2086 Young Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4606
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4606
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Compass Community School Midtown Campus
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
61 N. Mclean Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-1221
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-1221
Gr: 9-12 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
306 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4500
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,300 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Bellevue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
575 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4488
Gr: 6-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Bruce Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
581 S Bellevue Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4495
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4495
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1254 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 333-1580
Gr: 6-12 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
802 Rozelle St
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-5300
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-5300
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38104, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38104, TN include Maxine Smith Steam Academy, Idlewild Elementary School and Middle College High School.
How many public schools are located in 38104?
13 public schools are located in 38104.
What percentage of students in 38104 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 38104 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38104?
38104 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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