Question 1

Is 38115 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38115 in Memphis has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Memphis city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 38115 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 38115?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38115 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 38115. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 38115 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Memphis. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 38115?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 38115 is approximately $167K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 38115 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 38115 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 38115 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38115 has an overall NeighborScore of 72/100, placing it in the moderate range for Memphis. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 72/100, 38115 scores similarly to the middle tier of Memphis neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Memphis — ZIP 38115

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Kirby Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Newberry Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Fox Meadows Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Hickory Ridge Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Hickory Ridge Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Winridge Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Kirby High	09–12	—	—	—
Power Center Academy Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Ridgeway Early Learning Center	PK–PK	—	—	—
Power Center Academy High School	09–12	—	—	—
Belle Forest Community School	PK–05	—	—	—
Power Center Academy Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Journey East Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus	KG–08	—	—	—
Bluff City High School	09–12	—	—	—