Best 37901 Tennessee Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,631 students in 37901, TN.
The top ranked public schools in 37901, TN are Hardin Valley Middle School and Gibbs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37901 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37901, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 37901, TN Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardin Valley Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2280 Steele
Knoxville, TN 37901
(865) 594-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,017 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Gibbs Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7625 Tazewell
Knoxville, TN 37901
(865) 594-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 37901, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37901, TN include Hardin Valley Middle School and Gibbs Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 37901?
2 public schools are located in 37901.
What is the racial composition of students in 37901?
37901 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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