Serving 126 students in grades 5-8, Knowledge 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knowledge Academy's student population of 126 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Our mission is to prepare students to make the best academic and social choices, leading to a successful life, connected to college, community, creativity, and culture.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Knowledge Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
42:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
42%
15%
Black
35%
21%
White
18%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Knowledge Academy often compared to?
Knowledge Academyis often viewed alongside schools like John F. Kennedy Middle School, Apollo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Knowledge Academy?
126 students attend Knowledge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Knowledge Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knowledge Academy?
Knowledge Academy has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knowledge Academy offer ?
Knowledge Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knowledge Academy part of?
Knowledge Academy is part of Davidson County School District.
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