Below Average
#1578 of 1,786 schools in TN
Inskip Elementary
Elementary School · Knox County
4701 High School ST, Knoxville, TN 37912
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,578 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#71 of 82
public schools
In district
#78 of 88
Knox County
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Inskip Elementary
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About Inskip Elementary
Inskip Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Inskip Elementary serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Inskip Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,578 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Inskip Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Inskip Elementary 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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Inskip Elementary — Students at Inskip Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 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: 4.1/10.
How Inskip Elementary Compares
See how Inskip Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4701 High School ST, Knoxville, TN 37912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Inskip Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beaumont Elementary/Magnet (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Christenberry Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sterchi Elementary Knoxville | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Christenberry Elementary Knoxville | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Norwood Elementary Knoxville | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| West Haven Elementary Knoxville | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Gresham Middle School Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Beaumont Elementary/Magnet Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Fulton High School Knoxville | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Fountain City Elementary Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Whittle Springs Middle School Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| West View Elementary Knoxville | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Maynard Elementary Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Central High School Knoxville | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,754
Median Home Value
$185,600
Median Rent
$1,050/mo
Population
22,009
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cockrill Elementary Nashville, TN | 4.3 |
| Pigeon Forge Primary Sevierville, TN | 4.3 |
| Westside Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.3 |
| Burt Elementary Clarksville, TN | 4.2 |
| Northwest Elementary Newport, TN | 4.2 |
| R Howell Elementary Columbia, TN | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Inskip Elementary
What grades does Inskip Elementary serve?
Inskip Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Inskip Elementary?
Inskip Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Inskip Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Inskip Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Inskip Elementary rank in TN?
Inskip Elementary ranks #1,578 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Inskip Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Inskip Elementary 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 Inskip Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Inskip Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Inskip Elementary a charter school?
No, Inskip Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Inskip Elementary a Title I school?
No, Inskip Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (865) 689-1450
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #78 of 88
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