For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,626 students in 37909, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 37909 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37909, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37909, TN Public Elementary 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 | 1,243 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
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 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37909, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37909, TN include Bearden Middle School and Pond Gap Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37909?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37909.
What is the racial composition of students in 37909?
37909 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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