- Farragut Intermediate — Grades 3–5 · 1,111 students
- Northshore Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,051 students
- Cedar Bluff Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 1,047 students
- Gibbs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 966 students
- A L Lotts Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 936 students
- Karns Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 931 students
- Farragut Primary — Grades PK–2 · 923 students
- Hardin Valley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 907 students
- Powell Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 852 students
- Brickey McCloud Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 851 students
- Mill Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 754 students
- Rocky Hill Elementary — Grades K–5 · 721 students
- West Hills Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 712 students
- Halls Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 705 students
- Amherst Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 683 students
- Blue Grass Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 623 students
- Dogwood Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 581 students
- Adrian Burnett Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 563 students
- Ball Camp Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 550 students
- Lonsdale Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 537 students
- Carter Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 530 students
- Ritta Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 529 students
- Sequoyah Elementary — Grades K–5 · 524 students
- Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Technology Academy — Grades PK–5 · 517 students
- Inskip Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 505 students
- + 29 more elementary schools
- Farragut Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,463 students
- Bearden Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,229 students
- West Valley Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,125 students
- Hardin Valley Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,061 students
- Halls Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 945 students
- Karns Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 900 students
- South Doyle Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 830 students
- Powell Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 810 students
- Northwest Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 798 students
- Gresham Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 788 students
- Gibbs Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 609 students
- Carter Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 604 students
- Cedar Bluff Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 580 students
- Whittle Springs Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 466 students
- Holston Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 461 students
- Vine Middle/Magnet — Grades 6–8 · 382 students
- Knoxville Preparatory — Grades 6–6 · 91 students
- Farragut High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,073 students
- Bearden High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,963 students
- Hardin Valley Academy — Grades 9–12 · 1,916 students
- West High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,474 students
- Karns High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,365 students
- Central High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,265 students
- Powell High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,253 students
- Halls High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,236 students
- Gibbs High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,029 students
- Fulton High School — Grades 9–12 · 933 students
- South Doyle High School — Grades 9–12 · 925 students
- Carter High School — Grades 9–12 · 749 students
- Austin East High/Magnet — Grades 9–12 · 663 students
- L N STEM Academy — Grades 9–12 · 588 students
- Career Magnet Academy — Grades 9–12 · 359 students
- Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy — Grades 9–12 · 95 students
- Ft Sanders Education Development Center — Grades PK–6 · 509 students
- Emerald Academy — Grades K–8 · 451 students
- Knox County Virtual School — Grades 1–12 · 359 students
- Richard Yoakley School — Grades 6–12 · 81 students
- Ridgedale Alternative School — Grades 6–12 · 50 students
- Knox Adaptive Education Center — Grades PK–12 · 42 students
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| Metric | Knox County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 13 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,900/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Knox County School District
Knox County School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 37849 in Knox, Tennessee. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Tennessee districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Knox County School District runs approximately $10,900 annually, placing it 9% above the Tennessee state average of approximately $10,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Knox County School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Knox County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Knox County School District 6 out of 10 — average among Tennessee public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Knox County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 37849
Children in zip code 37849 are assigned to Knox County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 37849, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Knox County School District at (606)546-3157 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Tennessee districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Knox
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Knox County School District serves zip code 37849, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 37849 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Tennessee, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Knox County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 37849.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Knox County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 37849 data.