For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,631 students in 37901, TN.
The top ranked public middle 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 middle schools in zipcode 37901 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37901, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 37901, TN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardin Valley Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2280 Steele
Knoxville, TN 37901
(865) 594-1800
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:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7625 Tazewell
Knoxville, TN 37901
(865) 594-1800
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 middle schools in 37901, TN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 37901, TN include Hardin Valley Middle School and Gibbs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37901?
2 public middle schools are located in 37901.
What is the racial composition of students in 37901?
37901 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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