Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sterchi Elementary 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sterchi Elementary serves the northwest part of Knoxville, TN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterchi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sterchi Elementary School's student population of 399 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
School Rankings
Sterchi Elementary 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 Sterchi Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#542 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
14%
20%
White
64%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterchi Elementary School's ranking?
Sterchi Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Sterchi Elementary School often compared to?
Sterchi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brickey Mccloud Elementary School, Inskip Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Sterchi Elementary School?
399 students attend Sterchi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sterchi Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Sterchi Elementary School offer ?
Sterchi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterchi Elementary School part of?
Sterchi Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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