For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,664 students in 38125, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38125, TN are Southwind Elementary School, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School and Germanshire Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38125 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38125, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38125, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwind Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8155 Meadow Vale Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2805
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2805
Gr: PK-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4443 S. Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Germanshire Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3965 South Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-3733
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-3733
Gr: PK-5 | 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8146 E Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 602-5530
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 602-5530
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Highland Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5252 Annandale Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0330
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0330
Gr: PK-5 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4443 S. Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 505-0551
Gr: 6-8 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #77.
Lowrance Elementary Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7740 Lowrance Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2330
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2330
Gr: PK-8 | 914 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Highland Oaks Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5600 Meadowbriar Trl
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0340
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-0340
Gr: 6-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8146 East Shelby Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 352-6226
Gr: 6-8 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
38125, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8800 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 509-6190
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 509-6190
Gr: K-8
5270 Riverdale Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 756-5290
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 756-5290
Gr: K-1 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38125, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38125, TN include Southwind Elementary School, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School and Germanshire Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38125?
9 public elementary schools are located in 38125.
What is the racial composition of students in 38125?
38125 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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