For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 5,376 students in 38002, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38002, TN are Donelson Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School and Lakeland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38002 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38002, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38002, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Donelson Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12140 Donelson Farms Pkwy
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 389-6973
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 389-6973
Gr: PK-5 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11825 Douglas
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6000
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6000
Gr: PK-5 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Lakeland Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10050 Oak Seed Ln
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-7071
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-7071
Gr: PK-4 | 1,034 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Arlington Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5470 Lamb Rd
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6015
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6015
Gr: 6-8 | 976 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Lakeland Preparatory School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5020 Lions Crest Dr
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-5412
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-5412
Gr: 5-10 | 1,305 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Barret's Chapel Elementary Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10280 Godwin Rd
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 416-0325
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 416-0325
Gr: PK-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
38002, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4734 Shadowlawn Rd
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 373-2654
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 373-2654
Gr: 9 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38002, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38002, TN include Donelson Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School and Lakeland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38002?
6 public elementary schools are located in 38002.
What is the racial composition of students in 38002?
38002 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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