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#811 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 45% in state

A L Lotts Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

9320 Westland DR, Knoxville, TN 37922

Enrollment

998

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#811 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#30 of 82

public schools

In district

#30 of 88

Knox County

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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A L Lotts Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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8.5/10

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About A L Lotts Elementary

A L Lotts Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. A L Lotts Elementary serves approximately 998 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. A L Lotts Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #811 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for A L Lotts Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+22.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.7 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

A L Lotts Elementary — Students at A L Lotts Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
48.7%
ELA
55.3%
2025
Math
61.7%
ELA
59.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How A L Lotts Elementary Compares

See how A L Lotts Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
55th percentile in TN
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9320 Westland DR, Knoxville, TN 37922

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A L Lotts Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blue Grass Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northshore Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky Hill Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
West Valley Middle School Knoxville 1.1 mi 6.4
Blue Grass Elementary Knoxville 1.0 mi 8.5
Northshore Elementary School Knoxville 1.5 mi 8.2
KNOXVILLE SCHOOL OF PROGRESSIVE EDUCATION Knoxville 1.6 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WEST KNOXVILLE Knoxville 1.7 mi
CEDAR SPRINGS WEEKDAY SCHOOL Knoxville 1.9 mi
MONTESSORI INTERNATIONALE SCHOOL Knoxville 1.9 mi
Bearden High School Knoxville 3.1 mi 5.5
ONESCHOOL GLOBAL - KNOXVILLE CAMPUS Knoxville 3.2 mi
STANFORD EISENBERG KNOXVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Knoxville 3.2 mi 6.1
WEBB SCHOOL OF KNOXVILLE Knoxville 3.2 mi 5.5
Cedar Bluff Elementary Knoxville 3.5 mi 5.5
Cedar Bluff Middle School Knoxville 3.6 mi 4.2
MORNING STAR CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Knoxville 3.0 mi
GIVING TREE MONTESSORI Knoxville 3.4 mi
WEST HILLS BAPTIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Knoxville 3.8 mi
TATES SCHOOL Knoxville 4.0 mi 7.0
GRACE COVENANT BAPTIST ACADEMY Knoxville 3.9 mi
Rocky Hill Elementary Knoxville 3.8 mi 8.1
West Hills Elementary Knoxville 4.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37922 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,638

Median Home Value

$468,600

Median Rent

$1,672/mo

Population

39,013

College Educated

69.9%

Homeownership

84.7%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

40.9

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Munford Elementary Munford, TN 6.7
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Adamsville Elementary Adamsville, TN 6.8
Brown's Chapel Elementary School Murfreesboro, TN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A L Lotts Elementary

What grades does A L Lotts Elementary serve?

A L Lotts Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend A L Lotts Elementary?

A L Lotts Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 998 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A L Lotts Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at A L Lotts Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A L Lotts Elementary rank in TN?

A L Lotts Elementary ranks #811 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is A L Lotts Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

A L Lotts Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A L Lotts Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A L Lotts Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is A L Lotts Elementary a charter school?

No, A L Lotts Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A L Lotts Elementary a Title I school?

No, A L Lotts Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
998
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

Knox County
District Enrollment
60,604
Schools in District
94
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,187
District Rank
#30 of 88

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