For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 1,196 students in 38108, TN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 38108, TN are Promise Academy, Star Academy and Kipp Memphis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 38108 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Tennessee public charter school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 21% statewide average). Charter schools in 38108, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public charter school average of 91% (majority Black).
Best 38108, TN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Promise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1346 Bryan St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3240 James Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 387-5050
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 387-5050
Gr: K-6 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Kipp Memphis Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2248 Shannon Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 881-5130
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 881-5130
Gr: K-4 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2110 Howell Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 791-9792
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 791-9792
Gr: 9-12 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
38108, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2109 Howell
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4524
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4524
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
1346 Bryan
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 325-4860
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 325-4860
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Kipp Memphis Academy Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2110 Howell
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 452-2682
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 452-2682
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
2248 Shannon Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4616
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4616
Gr: PK-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 38108, TN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 38108, TN include Promise Academy, Star Academy and Kipp Memphis Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 38108?
4 public charter schools are located in 38108.
What is the racial composition of students in 38108?
38108 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public charter schools average of 91% (majority Black).
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