For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 956 students in 37912, TN.
The top ranked public preschools in 37912, TN are Norwood Elementary School and Inskip Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 37912 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 37912, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37912, TN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1909 Merchant Dr
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1460
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1460
Grades: PK-5
| 489 students
Rank: #22.
Inskip Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4701 High School St
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1450
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-1450
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 37912, TN?
The top ranked public preschools in 37912, TN include Norwood Elementary School and Inskip Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 37912?
2 public preschools are located in 37912.
What is the racial composition of students in 37912?
37912 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
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