For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 616 students in 38040, TN.
The top ranked public elementary school in 38040, TN is Halls Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 38040 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38040, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38040, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Halls Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Carmen St
Halls, TN 38040
(731) 836-9651
Halls, TN 38040
(731) 836-9651
Grades: PK-6
| 616 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38040, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38040, TN include Halls Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38040?
1 public elementary schools are located in 38040.
What is the racial composition of students in 38040?
38040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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