Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amherst Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Amherst Elementary School serves the west part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amherst Elementary School's student population of 683 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every Student Future Ready'
School Rankings
Amherst Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amherst Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#558 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst Elementary School's ranking?
Amherst Elementary School is ranked #558 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Amherst Elementary School often compared to?
Amherst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dogwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Amherst Elementary School?
683 students attend Amherst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Amherst Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Black.
What grades does Amherst Elementary School offer ?
Amherst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amherst Elementary School part of?
Amherst Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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