For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,763 students in 37920, TN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 37920, TN are South Knox Elementary School, Mt Olive Elementary School and Bonny Kate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37920 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 37920, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37920, TN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Knox Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 Sevier Ave
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2100
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 188 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Mt Olive Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2507 Maryville Pike S W
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2170
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2170
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Bonny Kate Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7608 Martin Mill Pike
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2108
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2108
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Dogwood Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
705 Tipton Ave
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-5677
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-5677
Gr: PK-5 | 581 students Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2725 Island Home Blvd
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2500
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Mooreland Heights Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5315 Magazine Rd
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2105
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-2105
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Willoughby Rd
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 577-0123
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 577-0123
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 37920, TN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 37920, TN include South Knox Elementary School, Mt Olive Elementary School and Bonny Kate Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37920?
7 public preschools are located in 37920.
What is the racial composition of students in 37920?
37920 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 43% (majority Black).
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