For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,104 students in 37917, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 37917, TN are Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy, Fulton High School and Richard Yoakley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 37917 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 37917, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 37917 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37917, TN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
535 Chickamauga Avenue Ave
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 525-0069
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 525-0069
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Fulton High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2509 North Broadway
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-1240
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-1240
Gr: 9-12 | 927 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Richard Yoakley School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4415 Washington Pike
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-3790
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-3790
Gr: 6-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
37917, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
101 East Fifth Av
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-5081
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-5081
Gr: 9-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
101 East 5th Av, Room 308
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-3713
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-3713
Gr: 9-12 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 271:1
535 Chicamauga Ave
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 689-1454
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 689-1454
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 37917, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 37917, TN include Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy, Fulton High School and Richard Yoakley School.
How many public high schools are located in 37917?
3 public high schools are located in 37917.
What is the racial composition of students in 37917?
37917 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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