For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,539 students in 38141, TN (there are , serving 35 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 38141, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38141, TN are Ross Elementary School, Crump Elementary School and Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38141 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38141, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38141, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4890 Ross Rd
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 416-1990
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 416-1990
Grades: PK-5
| 593 students
Rank: #22.
Crump Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4405 Crump Rd
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 416-1970
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 416-1970
Grades: PK-5
| 544 students
Rank: #33.
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4450 S Mendenhall Rd, St 1
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 367-7814
Memphis, TN 38141
(901) 367-7814
Grades: K-5
| 402 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38141, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38141, TN include Ross Elementary School, Crump Elementary School and Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38141?
3 public schools are located in 38141.
What percentage of students in 38141 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 38141 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38141?
38141 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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