Serving 73 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gap Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gap Creek Elementary serves the eastern part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gap Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gap Creek Elementary School's student population of 73 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
11 teachers
School Rankings
Gap Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gap Creek Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#231 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gap Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Gap Creek Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gap Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Gap Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Gap Creek Elementary School?
73 students attend Gap Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gap Creek Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Gap Creek Elementary School offer ?
Gap Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gap Creek Elementary School part of?
Gap Creek Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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