Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Christenberry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christenberry Elementary serves a central area of Knoxville, TN, encompassing approximately 3.1 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christenberry Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
37 teachers
School Rankings
Christenberry Elementary School 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 Christenberry Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1012 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
33%
16%
Black
19%
20%
White
39%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christenberry Elementary School's ranking?
Christenberry Elementary School is ranked #1012 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Christenberry Elementary School often compared to?
Christenberry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shannondale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Christenberry Elementary School?
446 students attend Christenberry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Christenberry Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Christenberry Elementary School offer ?
Christenberry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christenberry Elementary School part of?
Christenberry Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Christenberry Elementary School located?
Christenberry Elementary School is located in the Oakwood neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakwood.
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