For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,259 students in 38117, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 38117, TN is Colonial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38117 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38117, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 38117, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colonial Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1370 Colonial Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8980
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8980
Gr: 6-8 | 1,088 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Avon School
Special Education School
310 Avon Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2124
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2124
Gr: K-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38117, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38117, TN include Colonial Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38117?
2 public middle schools are located in 38117.
What is the racial composition of students in 38117?
38117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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