For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,770 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 41%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% 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 42% (majority Black).
Best 37920, TN Public Preschools (2025)
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 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
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 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 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 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 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 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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-6 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
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 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Willoughby Rd
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 577-0123
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 577-0123
Gr: PK
37920, Tennessee 51±¬ÁÏs (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 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 42% (majority Black).
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