Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Emerald 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 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Emerald Academy's student population of 458 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 116% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Emerald Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerald Academy is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1287 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
60%
21%
White
13%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 is Emerald Academy's ranking?
Emerald Academy is ranked #1287 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Emerald Academy?
458 students attend Emerald Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Emerald Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerald Academy?
Emerald Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emerald Academy offer ?
Emerald Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Academy part of?
Emerald Academy is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerald Academy located?
Emerald Academy is located in the Mechanicsville neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Mechanicsville.
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