For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,854 students in 38134, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38134, TN are Bon Lin Elementary School, Altruria Elementary School and Oak Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38134 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38134, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38134, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bon Lin Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3940 Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 937-2344
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 937-2344
Gr: PK-5 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Altruria Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6641 Deermont Dr
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2600
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Oak Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3573 Oak Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2646
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2646
Gr: PK-5 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Elmore Park Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6330 Althorne Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2642
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2642
Gr: 6-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Shelby Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6053 Summer Ave
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 416-4305
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 416-4305
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Memphis Business Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3306 Overton Crossing
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 357-2708
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 357-2708
Gr: 6-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5195 Twin Woods Ave
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 416-4336
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 416-4336
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Beacon College Preparatory
Charter School
5130 Raleigh Lagrange Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 853-0965
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 853-0965
Gr: K-4 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
38134, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3333 Old Brownsville Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 509-7140
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 509-7140
Gr: 9-10 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
3333 Old Brownsville Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 343-0832
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 343-0832
Gr: 6-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
New Consortium Of Law And Business (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
6165 Stage Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 830-8495
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 830-8495
Gr: 6-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
3333 Old Brownsville Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 828-4935
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 828-4935
Gr: K-4 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
3333 Old Brownsville Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 828-4935
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 828-4935
Gr: 5-8 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38134, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38134, TN include Bon Lin Elementary School, Altruria Elementary School and Oak Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38134?
8 public elementary schools are located in 38134.
What is the racial composition of students in 38134?
38134 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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