For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,259 students in 37931, TN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 37931, TN is Karns Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37931 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37931, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37931, TN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Karns Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2925 Gray Hendrix Rd
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 539-7732
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 539-7732
Gr: 6-8 | 900 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
2925 Gray Hendrix Rd
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 622-3902
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 622-3902
Gr: 1-12 | 359 students Minority enrollment: 31%
37931, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Byington Solway Career And Technical Education Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
2700 Byington Solway Rd
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 693-3511
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 693-3511
Gr: 9-12
Karns Annex Alternative School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
8109 Beaver Ridge Rd
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 470-2134
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 470-2134
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
8108 Beaver Ridge Rd
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 539-7772
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 539-7772
Gr: 3-5 | 570 students
2925 Gray Hendrix Rd
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 622-3902
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 622-3902
Gr: 9-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
2925 Gray Hendrix Rd
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 622-3902
Knoxville, TN 37931
(865) 622-3902
Gr: 6-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37931, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37931, TN include Karns Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37931?
2 public middle schools are located in 37931.
What is the racial composition of students in 37931?
37931 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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