Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Knox Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Knox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
East Knox Elementary School's student population of 502 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
School Rankings
East Knox Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Knox Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
4%
20%
White
85%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Knox Elementary School's ranking?
East Knox Elementary School is ranked #1140 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Knox Elementary School often compared to?
East Knox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ritta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Knox Elementary School?
502 students attend East Knox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of East Knox Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does East Knox Elementary School offer ?
East Knox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Knox Elementary School part of?
East Knox Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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