For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,425 students in 38108, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38108, TN are Springdale Elementary School, Wells Station Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38108 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 38108, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38108, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
880 N Hollywood St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4883
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4883
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Wells Station Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Wells Station Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2172
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-2172
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3925 Wales Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4222
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4222
Gr: PK-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Promise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1346 Bryan St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Kingsbury Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4055 Bayliss Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-6020
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-6020
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Douglass Elementary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1650 Ash St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5946
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-5946
Gr: PK-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
38108, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2109 Howell
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4524
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4524
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
1346 Bryan
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 325-4860
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 325-4860
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Kipp Memphis Academy Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2110 Howell
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 452-2682
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 452-2682
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
2248 Shannon Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4616
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4616
Gr: PK-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38108, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38108, TN include Springdale Elementary School, Wells Station Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38108?
6 public preschools are located in 38108.
What is the racial composition of students in 38108?
38108 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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