Serving 788 students in grades 6-8, Gresham Middle School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gresham Middle School serves the northern part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 16.6 square miles. Most families live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest boundary being 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gresham Middle School's student population of 788 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To develop responsible, lifelong learners by encouraging all students to reach their potential.
School Rankings
Gresham Middle 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 Gresham Middle School is 0.63, 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
#846 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gresham Middle School's ranking?
Gresham Middle School is ranked #846 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gresham Middle School often compared to?
Gresham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bearden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Gresham Middle School?
788 students attend Gresham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Gresham Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Gresham Middle School offer ?
Gresham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gresham Middle School part of?
Gresham Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Gresham Middle School located?
Gresham Middle School is located in the Fountain City neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Fountain City.
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