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#767 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 43% in state

Bonny Kate Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

7608 Martin Mill PIKE, Knoxville, TN 37920

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#767 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#29 of 82

public schools

In district

#29 of 88

Knox County

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Bonny Kate Elementary

6.8/10

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

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3.6/10

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About Bonny Kate Elementary

Bonny Kate Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Bonny Kate Elementary serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonny Kate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #767 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Bonny Kate Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+12.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Bonny Kate Elementary — Students at Bonny Kate Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (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
43%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
26.3%
ELA
30.1%
2025
Math
52.1%
ELA
51.5%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Bonny Kate Elementary Compares

See how Bonny Kate Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in TN
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

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

7608 Martin Mill PIKE, Knoxville, TN 37920

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bonny Kate Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Porter Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Knox Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sequoyah Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
South Doyle High School Knoxville 0.8 mi 3.6
Mooreland Heights Elementary Knoxville 2.4 mi 3.9
Mt Olive Elementary Knoxville 2.9 mi 7.9
South Doyle Middle School Knoxville 4.0 mi 5.5
Dogwood Elementary Knoxville 4.4 mi 6.0
LITTLE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville 4.1 mi 6.4
Rockford Elementary Rockford 4.8 mi 5.7
MEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 5.1 mi 7.0
South Knox Elementary Knoxville 5.2 mi 8.7
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School Knoxville 5.3 mi 7.5
Tennessee School for the Deaf Upper School Knoxville 5.3 mi 7.1
Eagleton Elementary Maryville 5.4 mi 5.6
Porter Elementary Maryville 5.7 mi 9.2
Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville 5.6 mi 7.8
CLAYTON-BRADLEY ACADEMY Maryville 5.6 mi 6.7
L N STEM Academy Knoxville 5.8 mi 7.2
Green Magnet Math And Science Academy Knoxville 6.0 mi 5.4
Sequoyah Elementary Knoxville 5.3 mi 8.4
Vine Middle/Magnet Knoxville 6.3 mi 4.7
Emerald Academy Knoxville 6.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37920 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,348

Median Home Value

$231,300

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

Population

43,509

College Educated

34.2%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.5%

Median Age

35.5

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School Rating
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Bethpage Elementary Bethpage, TN 6.8
Centerville Intermediate School Centerville, TN 6.8
Cromwell Elementary Memphis, TN 6.8
East Lincoln Elementary Tullahoma, TN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bonny Kate Elementary

What grades does Bonny Kate Elementary serve?

Bonny Kate Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bonny Kate Elementary?

Bonny Kate Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonny Kate Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bonny Kate Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bonny Kate Elementary rank in TN?

Bonny Kate Elementary ranks #767 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Bonny Kate Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bonny Kate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Bonny Kate Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonny Kate Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bonny Kate Elementary a charter school?

No, Bonny Kate Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bonny Kate Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bonny Kate Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

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

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