Serving 569 students in grades 9-12, L N Stem Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L N Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
L N Stem Academy's student population of 569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
L N Stem Academy 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 L N Stem Academy is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
21%
White
79%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L N Stem Academy's ranking?
L N Stem Academy is ranked #217 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are L N Stem Academy often compared to?
L N Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut High School, Hardin Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of L N Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of L N Stem Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend L N Stem Academy?
569 students attend L N Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of L N Stem Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of L N Stem Academy?
L N Stem Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does L N Stem Academy offer ?
L N Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is L N Stem Academy part of?
L N Stem Academy is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is L N Stem Academy located?
L N Stem Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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