East Memphis
Ranked #3 of 20 for living here. 12 public schools inside the area. Strong for families — score 79.
Schools & Day Care in East Memphis
Public and private schools, colleges and licensed child care in and near East Memphis.
Public Schools
Memphis-Shelby County Schools inside East Memphis.
Representative image| School | Standing | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Station High | East Memphis | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
| Overton High | East Memphis | 9-12 | 2.0 mi |
| University High School | East Memphis | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
| Avon School | East Memphis | K-12 | 1.9 mi |
| White Station Middle | East Memphis | 6-8 | 2.4 mi |
The Tennessee Department of Education publishes an online State Report Card each year, with an A–F letter grade for every public school based on achievement and growth. Straight-line distance from the neighborhood centre.
Private Schools
Private schools inside East Memphis.
Representative image| School | Distance |
|---|---|
| Christ Methodist Day School · no website | 0.6 mi |
| Christ The King Lutheran School · no website | 1.3 mi |
| Concord Academy · no website | 1.4 mi |
| Harding Academy Of Memphis · no website | 0.8 mi |
| Margolin Hebrew Academy · no website | 1.3 mi |
U.S. Department of Education, Private School Survey. Straight-line distance from the neighborhood centre.
Higher Education
The largest colleges within four miles of East Memphis.
Representative image| College | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University of Memphis | Public | 1.8 mi |
| Mid-South Christian College | Private | 3.3 mi |
U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Straight-line distance.
Care & Essentials Near East Memphis
The nearest of each, straight-line from the middle of the area. Tap a category for more. Hours and availability may vary.
- Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis2.9 mi
- Delta Specialty Hospital3.4 mi
- Methodist University Hospital6.5 mi
- AFC Urgent Care Memphis1.7 mi
- Fast Pace Health Urgent Care - Memphis - TN4.5 mi
- MinuteClinic at CVS4.9 mi
- CVS Pharmacy0.3 mi
- Kroger Pharmacy0.8 mi
- Kroger Pharmacy0.8 mi
Google Places; photos are of the nearest place listed.
Local & National Moving Companies
Movers serving East Memphis, from local companies to national brands, and moving containers.
Representative imageNational and Interstate Moving Companies
For long-distance moves, including across state lines. How each one works and where it is licensed comes from its federal FMCSA record.
- United Van LinesInterstate household-goods carrier · also licensed as a brokerAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- Mayflower TransitInterstate household-goods carrier · also licensed as a brokerAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- Allied Van LinesInterstate household-goods carrier · also licensed as a brokerAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- North American Van LinesInterstate household-goods carrier · also licensed as a brokerAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- Atlas Van LinesInterstate household-goods carrier · also licensed as a brokerAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- Bekins Van LinesInterstate household-goods carrierAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- Wheaton World Wide MovingInterstate household-goods carrierAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- National Van LinesInterstate household-goods carrier · also licensed as a brokerAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- Arpin Van LinesInterstate mover · moves under Wheaton Van Lines, as arpin.com statesAcross state lines (federal household-goods authority)Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- International Van LinesInterstate household-goods carrierAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- JK Moving ServicesInterstate household-goods carrierAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCKFranchise network · each location licensed on its own6 licensed companies in TN on the federal recordWebsite and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- College HUNKS Hauling Junk & MovingFranchise network · each location licensed on its own3 licensed companies in TN on the federal recordWebsite and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- BellhopMoving broker · arranges the move with licensed carriersIts own carrier authority is not active; the carrier is named on your contractWebsite and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- Piece of Cake Moving & StorageInterstate household-goods carrier · also licensed as a brokerAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- Roadway MovingInterstate household-goods carrierAcross state lines (federal authority). The agent serving your area is found on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
Moving Containers and Freight Services
Not a full-service move: the company drops off a container, you pack and load it, and they move it to your new home. Storage and loading help, where offered, are on each company’s site.
- U-PackMoving containers · you pack and load, they move the containerAcross state lines (federal authority). Availability by ZIP code is on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- PODSMoving containers · you pack and load, they move the containerAcross state lines (federal authority). Availability by ZIP code is on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- U-Haul U-BoxMoving containers · run by state companies1 licensed company in TN on the federal recordWebsite and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
- 1-800-PACK-RATMoving containers · you pack and load, they move the containerAcross state lines (federal authority). Availability by ZIP code is on its site.Website and federal record checked Nov 6, 2026
FMCSA licensing and company census records (data.transportation.gov); local websites and ratings from Google Places; national companies' websites checked directly. FMCSA holds no service areas, so local movers are Memphis's; movers working only inside TN are licensed by the state and not listed here.
Why People Love East Memphis
Where this area scores highest.
Explore East Memphis
Neighborhood Intelligence™
Crime Snapshot
Compared to the Memphis average, per resident.
Official police incident data.
Compare East Memphis
Put East Memphis beside other Memphis neighborhoods.
Walkability & Lifestyle
Walk and transit scores from Walk Score; the rest from MySitti's neighborhood scores.
Pros & Cons
- Plenty of parks and green space
- Great dining
- 12 public schools inside the area
- A car helps for errands
- Limited transit
Drawn from the scores, crime record and rents on this page.
Quick Facts
- Location
- Memphis, TN
- ZIP Codes
- 38117, 38120, 38111, 38119
- Area
- 16.21 sq mi
- Population
- 45,979
- Neighborhood Score
- 65 / 100