For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 533 students in 37921, TN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 37921, TN are Emerald Academy and Ridgedale Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37921 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 37921, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 37921, TN Public Middle Schools (2025)
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%
Rank: #22.
Ridgedale Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Ridgedale Rd
Knoxville, TN 37921
(865) 909-9099
Knoxville, TN 37921
(865) 909-9099
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 37921, TN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 37921, TN include Emerald Academy and Ridgedale Alternative School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37921?
2 public middle schools are located in 37921.
What is the racial composition of students in 37921?
37921 public middle schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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