For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,340 students in 38120, TN (there are , serving 1,879 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in 38120, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 38120 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38120, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38120, TN 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5440 Rich Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2148
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2148
Grades: PK-5
| 911 students
Rank: #22.
White Station Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5465 Mason Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2184
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2184
Grades: 6-8
| 1,091 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 338 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38120, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38120, TN include Richland Elementary School, White Station Middle School and Shady Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38120?
3 public schools are located in 38120.
What percentage of students in 38120 go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in 38120 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38120?
38120 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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