For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,631 students in 37901, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37901, TN are Hardin Valley Middle School and Gibbs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 37901 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 37901, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 37901, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardin Valley Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2280 Steele
Knoxville, TN 37901
(865) 594-1800
Knoxville, TN 37901
(865) 594-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,017 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Gibbs Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7625 Tazewell
Knoxville, TN 37901
(865) 594-1800
Knoxville, TN 37901
(865) 594-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 37901, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 37901, TN include Hardin Valley Middle School and Gibbs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 37901?
2 public middle schools are located in 37901.
What is the racial composition of students in 37901?
37901 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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