For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,583 students in 37909, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 350 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 37909, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37909, TN are Bearden Middle School and Pond Gap Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37909 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37909, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37909, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bearden Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Francis Rd
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 539-7839
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 539-7839
Gr: 6-8 | 1,229 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Pond Gap Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4530 Papermill Dr
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 909-9040
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 909-9040
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37909, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37909, TN include Bearden Middle School and Pond Gap Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37909?
2 public schools are located in 37909.
What percentage of students in 37909 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 37909 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37909?
37909 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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