The Center School serves 95 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 was higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 31% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
28%
21%
White
69%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Center School?
95 students attend The Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of The Center School students are White, 28% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Center School?
The Center School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Center School offer ?
The Center School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Center School part of?
The Center School is part of Knox County School District.
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