Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Emerald Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Emerald Academy's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
26 teachers
School Rankings
Emerald Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerald Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1254 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
64%
20%
White
12%
57%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Academy's ranking?
Emerald Academy is ranked #1254 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Emerald Academy?
451 students attend Emerald Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Emerald Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Emerald Academy offer ?
Emerald Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Academy part of?
Emerald Academy is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerald Academy located?
Emerald Academy is located in the Mechanicsville neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Mechanicsville.
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