For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,340 students in 38120, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38120, TN are Richland Elementary School, White Station Middle School and Shady Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38120 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38120, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38120, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5440 Rich Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2148
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2148
Gr: PK-5 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
White Station Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5465 Mason Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2184
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2184
Gr: 6-8 | 1,091 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Shady Grove Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5360 Shady Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2166
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2166
Gr: K-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38120, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38120, TN include Richland Elementary School, White Station Middle School and Shady Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38120?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38120.
What is the racial composition of students in 38120?
38120 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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