Serving 240 students in grades 3-5, Chilhowee Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chilhowee Intermediate serves the eastern part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 35.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chilhowee Intermediate's student population of 240 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chilhowee Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chilhowee Intermediate is 0.61, 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
#1161 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
24%
20%
White
57%
57%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilhowee Intermediate's ranking?
Chilhowee Intermediate is ranked #1161 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Chilhowee Intermediate often compared to?
Chilhowee Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Carter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Chilhowee Intermediate?
240 students attend Chilhowee Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Chilhowee Intermediate students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Chilhowee Intermediate offer ?
Chilhowee Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chilhowee Intermediate part of?
Chilhowee Intermediate is part of Knox County School District.
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