For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,866 students in 38138, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38138, TN are Riverdale Elementary School, Germantown Online Academy Of Learning and Germantown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38138 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38138, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 38138, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverdale Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7391 Neshoba Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 756-2300
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 756-2300
Gr: PK-8 | 1,164 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Germantown Online Academy Of Learning
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3350 S. Forest Hill Irene Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 757-6479
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 757-6479
Gr: K-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Germantown Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7925 Cd Smith Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 416-0950
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 416-0950
Gr: 6-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38138, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38138, TN include Riverdale Elementary School, Germantown Online Academy Of Learning and Germantown Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38138?
3 public middle schools are located in 38138.
What is the racial composition of students in 38138?
38138 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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