Tennessee Schools for the Deaf School District
School District · Knoxville, Tennessee
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.6:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.6:1
How this district compares
Tennessee rank
#91 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Tennessee avg
District size
134 students
Smaller than Tennessee median
About Tennessee Schools for the Deaf
Tennessee Schools for the Deaf is a Knoxville, Tennessee school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 134 students with a student-teacher ratio of 3.6:1.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Tennessee Schools for the Deaf demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Tennessee School for Deaf Elementary School, which has a composite score of 6.3/10.
In standardized testing, Tennessee Schools for the Deaf students show an average math proficiency of 11.7% and ELA proficiency of 8.3%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf with test data.
Schools in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf
3 schools Elementary Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Tennessee
- City
- Knoxville
- Total Enrollment
- 134
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf?
Tennessee Schools for the Deaf has 3 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Tennessee Schools for the Deaf?
The average composite rating for Tennessee Schools for the Deaf is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf?
Per-pupil spending data for Tennessee Schools for the Deaf is not currently available.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf?
The average student-teacher ratio in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf is 3.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf?
Tennessee School for Deaf Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What are the test scores in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf?
Across schools in Tennessee Schools for the Deaf with test data, the average math proficiency is 11.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 8.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Tennessee Schools for the Deaf compare to other districts in Tennessee?
Tennessee Schools for the Deaf has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Tennessee by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 11.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 8.3%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in TN
Compare Tennessee Schools for the Deaf with neighboring districts in the state.
- Memphis-shelby County Schools (222)
- Davidson County (162)
- Knox County (94)
- Hamilton County (81)
- Sumner County (52)
- Williamson County (52)
- Rutherford County (51)
- Montgomery County (44)
- Sevier County (33)
- Madison County (26)
- Wilson County (25)
- Maury County (23)
- Robertson County (23)
- Blount County (22)
- Putnam County (22)
- Anderson County (19)
- Hamblen County (18)
- Bradley County (18)
- Greene County (18)
- Hawkins County (18)
- Roane County (18)
- Dickson County (17)
- Sullivan County (17)
- Campbell County (16)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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