Summary:
The 37909 zip code area in Knox County, Tennessee is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (West Hills Elementary and Pond Gap Elementary) and 1 middle school (Bearden Middle School). While West Hills Elementary stands out as a high-performing school with a 4-star rating and test scores above the Knox County and Tennessee averages, Pond Gap Elementary struggles significantly, with a 1-star rating and proficiency rates well below the state and district.
Bearden Middle School also performs well, with a 4-star rating and mixed test scores, some above and some below the district and state averages. The schools in this area have varying levels of racial diversity, with Bearden Middle School having the highest percentage of white students and Pond Gap Elementary having the lowest, with higher percentages of African American and Hispanic students.
The data also reveals that higher spending per student does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes, as Pond Gap Elementary has the highest spending per student but the lowest performance. These significant gaps in performance and potential equity concerns warrant further investigation and targeted interventions to ensure all students in the 37909 zip code area have access to high-quality educational opportunities.
Thank you for your feedback!