For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 5,338 students in 37918, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37918, TN are Shannondale Elementary School, Brickey Mccloud Elementary School and Ritta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37918 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37918, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37918, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shannondale Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5316 Shannondale Rd
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1465
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1465
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Brickey Mccloud Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1810 Dry Gap Pike
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1499
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1499
Gr: PK-5 | 851 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Ritta Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6228 Washington Pike
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1496
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1496
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Gresham Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Gresham Rd
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1430
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1430
Gr: 6-8 | 788 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Adrian Burnett Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4521 Brown Gap Rd
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1474
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1474
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Fountain City Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2910 Montbelle Dr
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1445
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1445
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Tennessee Virtual Academy
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1924 Dutch Valley Dr
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 992-9026
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 992-9026
Gr: K-6 | 1,867 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37918, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37918, TN include Shannondale Elementary School, Brickey Mccloud Elementary School and Ritta Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37918?
7 public elementary schools are located in 37918.
What is the racial composition of students in 37918?
37918 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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