For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 458 students in 37921, TN.
The top-ranked public charter school in 37921, TN is Emerald Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 37921 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Tennessee public charter school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 21% statewide average). Charter schools in 37921, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public charter school average of 91% (majority Black).
Best 37921, TN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerald Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Carrick St
Knoxville, TN 37921
(865) 637-3227
Knoxville, TN 37921
(865) 637-3227
Gr: K-8 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 37921, TN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 37921, TN include Emerald Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 37921?
1 public charter schools are located in 37921.
What is the racial composition of students in 37921?
37921 public charter schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public charter schools average of 91% (majority Black).
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