Summary:
The 37931 zip code area of Knox County, Tennessee is home to 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Knox County school district. While the district as a whole is ranked 77 out of 139 in the state, several standout schools in this area are performing well above the county and state averages.
Ball Camp Elementary is a top performer, with over 55% of students proficient in math and 58.8% in English Language Arts, as well as a high 60.4% proficiency rate in science. Amherst Elementary also stands out, with nearly 50% proficiency in math and over 43% in English. In contrast, Knox County Virtual School lags behind the county and state in most subject areas, despite having a low student-teacher ratio.
Across the schools in this zip code, there are significant disparities in funding and performance, with a wide range in spending per student from $11,006 to $15,380. Additionally, the consistently high chronic absenteeism rate of 18.9% is a concern that may be contributing to the achievement gaps observed. Overall, while some schools in the 37931 area are excelling, there is room for improvement to ensure all students have access to a quality education.
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