For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,650 students in 37938, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37938, TN are Halls Elementary School and Halls Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37938 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37938, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37938, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Halls Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7502 Andersonville Pike
Knoxville, TN 37938
(865) 922-7445
Knoxville, TN 37938
(865) 922-7445
Gr: PK-5 | 705 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Halls Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4317 East Emory Rd
Knoxville, TN 37938
(865) 922-7494
Knoxville, TN 37938
(865) 922-7494
Gr: 6-8 | 945 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37938, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37938, TN include Halls Elementary School and Halls Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37938?
2 public elementary schools are located in 37938.
What is the racial composition of students in 37938?
37938 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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