For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,173 students in 37912, TN (there are 2 private schools, serving 227 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 37912, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37912, TN are Sterchi Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and Inskip Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37912 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37912, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37912, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sterchi Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 Oaklett Dr
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1470
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1470
Gr: K-5 | 399 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1909 Merchant Dr
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1460
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1460
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Inskip Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4701 High School St
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1450
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1450
Gr: PK-5 | 505 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Northwest Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Pleasant Ridge Rd
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 594-1345
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 594-1345
Gr: 6-8 | 798 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37912, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37912, TN include Sterchi Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and Inskip Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37912?
4 public schools are located in 37912.
What percentage of students in 37912 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 37912 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37912?
37912 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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