For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 458 students in 37921, TN.
The top ranked public charter school in 37921, TN is Emerald Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 37921 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Tennessee public charter school average of 16%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 21% statewide average). Charter schools in 37921, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public charter school average of 91% (majority Black).
Best 37921, TN Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emerald Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Carrick St
Knoxville, TN 37921
(865) 637-3227
Knoxville, TN 37921
(865) 637-3227
Grades: K-8
| 458 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 37921, TN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 37921, TN include Emerald Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 37921?
1 public charter schools are located in 37921.
What is the racial composition of students in 37921?
37921 public charter schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public charter schools average of 91% (majority Black).
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