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Gibbs Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

7715 Tazewell PIKE, Corryton, TN 37721

Enrollment

951

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#885 of 1,786

In Corryton

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#35 of 88

Knox County

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Gibbs Elementary

6.5/10

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

Gibbs High School

5.2/10

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6.4/10

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About Gibbs Elementary

Gibbs Elementary is a public elementary school in Corryton, TN, part of Knox County. Gibbs Elementary serves approximately 951 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gibbs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #885 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Gibbs Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Gibbs Elementary — Students at Gibbs Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 45.6% (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
50%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
40.7%
ELA
37.1%
2025
Math
55.7%
ELA
46.7%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Gibbs Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

7715 Tazewell PIKE, Corryton, TN 37721

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gibbs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shannondale Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Halls Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Corryton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corryton, see our Corryton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Gibbs High School Corryton 0.2 mi 5.2
Gibbs Middle School Knoxville 0.2 mi 6.4
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corryton 3.6 mi 6.6
Ritta Elementary Knoxville 4.7 mi 5.9
Paulette Elementary School Maynardville 4.8 mi 6.9
NATURES WAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 5.1 mi 6.2
Halls High School Knoxville 4.8 mi 4.6
Adrian Burnett Elementary Knoxville 5.3 mi 5.8
Halls Middle School Knoxville 5.0 mi 4.7
Corryton Elementary Corryton 4.7 mi 7.8
Halls Elementary Knoxville 5.1 mi 8.0
Shannondale Elementary Knoxville 6.0 mi 8.2
East Knox Elementary Mascot 5.9 mi 6.6
Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville 7.7 mi 4.8
Central High School Knoxville 7.2 mi 4.3
Holston Middle School Knoxville 7.8 mi 4.3
Richard Yoakley School Knoxville 7.7 mi 5.6
GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 7.3 mi 7.7
Union County High School Maynardville 7.8 mi 5.4
Sunnyview Primary Knoxville 7.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,674

Median Home Value

$218,900

Median Rent

$960/mo

Population

14,649

College Educated

17.2%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

41.1

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Brickey McCloud Elementary Knoxville, TN 6.5
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Riverwood Elementary School Cordova, TN 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gibbs Elementary

What grades does Gibbs Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Gibbs Elementary?

Gibbs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 951 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gibbs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Gibbs Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gibbs Elementary rank in TN?

Gibbs Elementary ranks #885 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Gibbs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Gibbs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Gibbs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gibbs Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Gibbs Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Gibbs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Gibbs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
951
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

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

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