Serving 705 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Halls Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Halls Elementary serves the northern part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 21.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Halls Elementary School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide excellent and accessible learning opportunities that empower all students to realize their full potential.
School Rankings
Halls 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 Halls Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#248 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halls Elementary School's ranking?
Halls Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Halls Elementary School often compared to?
Halls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brickey Mccloud Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Halls Elementary School?
705 students attend Halls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Halls Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Halls Elementary School offer ?
Halls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halls Elementary School part of?
Halls Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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