Best 37918 Tennessee Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,644 students in 37918, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 37918, TN is Gresham Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37918 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37918, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).

Best 37918, TN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gresham Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
500 Gresham Rd
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1430
Gr: 6-8 | 788 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
1924 Dutch Valley Dr
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 992-9026
Gr: 7-9 | 856 students Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37918, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37918, TN include Gresham Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37918?
2 public middle schools are located in 37918.
What is the racial composition of students in 37918?
37918 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).

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