Hardin Valley Elementary School

11445 Hardin Valley Rd
Knoxville, TN 37932
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 1,415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hardin Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,415 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 20% in TN
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 61% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hardin Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

Hardin Valley Elementary School's student population of 1,415 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,415 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Hardin Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin Valley Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TN)
#186 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Hardin Valley Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
54%
31%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Hardin Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
53%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Hardin Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
61%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Hardin Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
6%
2%
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Hispanic
7%
14%
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Black
3%
21%
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White
81%
59%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Hardin Valley Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Tennessee.
0.34
This chart displays the diversity score of Hardin Valley Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Hardin Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Hardin Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hardin Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Hardin Valley Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hardin Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Hardin Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut Intermediate, Farragut Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hardin Valley Elementary School?
1,415 students attend Hardin Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hardin Valley Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hardin Valley Elementary School?
Hardin Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hardin Valley Elementary School offer ?
Hardin Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hardin Valley Elementary School part of?
Hardin Valley Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hardin Valley Elementary School located?
Hardin Valley Elementary School is located in the Hardin Valley neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Hardin Valley.

School Reviews

5   9/26/2007
I have been thoroughly impressed by the teachers and staff at Hardin Valley Elementary School. Not only is the school absolutely stunning, but the students and other members who walk into the school are always greeted with a warm smile and a positive attitude. I am so thankful that my child attends this school because she has had so many wonderful memories with her peers and teachers. Hardin Valley is a great place to be!
- Posted by Parent - Kelly

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,415 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 61% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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