For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 850 students in 37920, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 37920, TN is South Doyle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37920 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37920, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37920, TN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Doyle Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Decatur Rd
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2133
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2133
Gr: 6-8 | 830 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Tennessee School For The Deaf Middle School
Special Education School
2527 Island Home Blvd
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2507
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2507
Gr: 6-8 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 45%
37920, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Tennessee Middle School For The Deaf (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2725 Island Home Blvd
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2500
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37920, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37920, TN include South Doyle Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37920?
2 public middle schools are located in 37920.
What is the racial composition of students in 37920?
37920 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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