Serving 1,101 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northshore Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northshore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northshore Elementary School's student population of 1,101 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Northshore Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northshore Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#101 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
85%
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
10%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 is Northshore Elementary School's ranking?
Northshore Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Northshore Elementary School often compared to?
Northshore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Grass Elementary School, A L Lotts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Northshore Elementary School?
1,101 students attend Northshore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Northshore Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northshore Elementary School?
Northshore Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northshore Elementary School offer ?
Northshore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northshore Elementary School part of?
Northshore Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Northshore Elementary School located?
Northshore Elementary School is located in the Northshore Town Center neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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