Below Average
#1577 of 1,786 schools in TN
Holston Middle School
Middle School · Knox County
600 Chilhowee DR, Knoxville, TN 37924
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,577 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#70 of 82
public schools
In district
#77 of 88
Knox County
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Holston Middle School
Middle School in Knoxville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holston Middle School
Holston Middle School is a public middle school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Holston Middle School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holston Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,577 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Holston Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Holston 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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Holston Middle School — Students at Holston Middle School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 3.4/10.
How Holston Middle School Compares
See how Holston Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 Chilhowee DR, Knoxville, TN 37924
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holston Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Whittle Springs Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vine Middle/Magnet (rated 4.7/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chilhowee Intermediate Knoxville | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Fair Garden Family/Community Center Knoxville | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Richard Yoakley School Knoxville | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Technology Academy Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Austin East High/Magnet Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Ritta Elementary Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| NATURES WAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| KNOXVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN Knoxville | 3.3 mi | — |
| Sunnyview Primary Knoxville | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Belle Morris Elementary Knoxville | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| SMART KIDS ELC Knoxville | 3.7 mi | — |
| Shannondale Elementary Knoxville | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Whittle Springs Middle School Knoxville | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School Knoxville | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Tennessee School for the Deaf Upper School Knoxville | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Vine Middle/Magnet Knoxville | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Fulton High School Knoxville | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37924 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,794
Median Home Value
$217,300
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
14,672
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson, TN | 4.3 |
| Cedar Bluff Middle School Knoxville, TN | 4.2 |
| Kirby Middle School Memphis, TN | 4.2 |
| Lafollette Middle School La Follette, TN | 4.2 |
| East Hickman Middle School Lyles, TN | 4.4 |
| Bellevue Middle Nashville, TN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holston Middle School
What grades does Holston Middle School serve?
Holston Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Holston Middle School?
Holston Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holston Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holston Middle School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holston Middle School rank in TN?
Holston Middle School ranks #1,577 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Holston Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holston Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Holston Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holston Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Holston Middle School a charter school?
No, Holston Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holston Middle School a Title I school?
No, Holston Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (865) 594-1300
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #77 of 88
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