For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,425 students in 38118, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 38118, TN are Shrine School, Evans Elementary School and Cromwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 38118 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 38118, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38118, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shrine School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4259 Forest View Dr
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2400
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2400
Gr: PK-12 | 126 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Evans Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4949 Cottonwood Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2504
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2504
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Cromwell Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4989 Cromwell Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2500
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Sheffield Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4290 Chuck Ave
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2360
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2360
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Parkway Village Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Claudette Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0870
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0870
Gr: PK-5 | 856 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Getwell Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2795 Getwell Road
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0267
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0267
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Oakhaven Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3795 Bishops Bridge Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2320
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2320
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students
Rank: n/an/a
4982 Knight Arnold
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 367-2912
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 367-2912
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38118, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38118, TN include Shrine School, Evans Elementary School and Cromwell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38118?
8 public preschools are located in 38118.
What is the racial composition of students in 38118?
38118 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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