For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,626 students in 37909, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37909, TN are Bearden Middle School and Pond Gap Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37909 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37909, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37909, TN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bearden Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Francis Rd
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 539-7839
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 539-7839
Grades: 6-8
| 1,243 students
Rank: #22.
Pond Gap Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4530 Papermill Dr
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 909-9040
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 909-9040
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37909, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37909, TN include Bearden Middle School and Pond Gap Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37909?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37909.
What is the racial composition of students in 37909?
37909 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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