For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,346 students in 38111, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38111, TN are Sharpe Elementary School, South Park Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38111 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 38111, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38111, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sharpe Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3431 Sharpe Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5020
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5020
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
South Park Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1720 Getwell Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5024
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-5024
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Sherwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1156 Robinhood Ln
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4864
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4864
Gr: PK-5 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
38111, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
East Career Technology Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
3206 Poplar
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-6200
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-6200
Gr: 7-12
Leadership Preparatory Charter School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
4190 Elliston Rd
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 512-4495
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 512-4495
Gr: K-5
703 South Greer
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4091
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 416-4091
Gr: 9-12 | 393 students
3311 Kimball Av
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 743-7335
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 743-7335
Gr: 6-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38111, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38111, TN include Sharpe Elementary School, South Park Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38111?
3 public preschools are located in 38111.
What is the racial composition of students in 38111?
38111 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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