For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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