For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 956 students in 37912, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37912, TN are 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 preschools in zipcode 37912 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 37912, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37912, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
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 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37912, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37912, TN include Norwood Elementary School and Inskip Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37912?
2 public preschools are located in 37912.
What is the racial composition of students in 37912?
37912 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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