Below Average
#1491 of 1,786 schools in TN
Halls Middle School
Middle School · Knox County
4317 East Emory RD, Knoxville, TN 37938
Enrollment
996
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
996
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,491 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#61 of 82
public schools
In district
#68 of 88
Knox County
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Halls Middle School
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About Halls Middle School
Halls Middle School is a public middle school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Halls Middle School serves approximately 996 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Halls Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,491 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Halls Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Halls Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Halls Middle School — Students at Halls Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.5/10.
How Halls Middle School Compares
See how Halls Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4317 East Emory RD, Knoxville, TN 37938
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Halls Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gibbs Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whittle Springs Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gresham Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Halls High School Knoxville | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Halls Elementary Knoxville | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Adrian Burnett Elementary Knoxville | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Shannondale Elementary Knoxville | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Central High School Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Fountain City Elementary Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Gresham Middle School Knoxville | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Brickey McCloud Elementary Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| NATURES WAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Copper Ridge Elementary Powell | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Sterchi Elementary Knoxville | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Ritta Elementary Knoxville | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Whittle Springs Middle School Knoxville | 5.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville | 5.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville | 5.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Richard Yoakley School Knoxville | 5.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Gibbs Middle School Knoxville | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Gibbs Elementary Corryton | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,868
Median Home Value
$287,400
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
Population
16,904
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
89.7%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy Middle Antioch, TN | 4.7 |
| Union Grove Middle School Friendsville, TN | 4.7 |
| William Henry Oliver Middle Nashville, TN | 4.8 |
| East Ridge Middle School Chattanooga, TN | 4.6 |
| Northwest Middle School Knoxville, TN | 4.6 |
| Antioch Middle Antioch, TN | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Halls Middle School
What grades does Halls Middle School serve?
Halls Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Halls Middle School?
Halls Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 996 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Halls Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Halls Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Halls Middle School rank in TN?
Halls Middle School ranks #1,491 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Halls Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Halls Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Halls Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Halls Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Halls Middle School a charter school?
No, Halls Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Halls Middle School a Title I school?
No, Halls Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 996
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (865) 922-7494
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #68 of 88
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