For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 547 students in 37917, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37917, TN are Whittle Springs Middle School and Richard Yoakley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37917 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37917, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37917, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whittle Springs Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2700 White Oak Ln
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-4474
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-4474
Gr: 6-8 | 466 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Richard Yoakley School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4415 Washington Pike
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-3790
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-3790
Gr: 6-12 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37917, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37917, TN include Whittle Springs Middle School and Richard Yoakley School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37917?
2 public middle schools are located in 37917.
What is the racial composition of students in 37917?
37917 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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