Average
#847 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 47% in state
Lonsdale Elementary
Elementary School · Knox County
1505 Louisiana AVE, Knoxville, TN 37921
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#847 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#32 of 82
public schools
In district
#32 of 88
Knox County
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lonsdale Elementary
Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lonsdale Elementary
Lonsdale Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Lonsdale Elementary serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lonsdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #847 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Lonsdale Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lonsdale Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Lonsdale Elementary — Students at Lonsdale 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: 8.2/10.
How Lonsdale Elementary Compares
See how Lonsdale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1505 Louisiana AVE, Knoxville, TN 37921
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lonsdale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beaumont Elementary/Magnet (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ft Sanders Education Development Center (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Christenberry Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beaumont Elementary/Magnet Knoxville | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| West View Elementary Knoxville | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Maynard Elementary Knoxville | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| West Haven Elementary Knoxville | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Emerald Academy Knoxville | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Inskip Elementary Knoxville | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Christenberry Elementary Knoxville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Fulton High School Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| L N STEM Academy Knoxville | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Norwood Elementary Knoxville | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| West High School Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Sterchi Elementary Knoxville | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37921 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,813
Median Home Value
$204,300
Median Rent
$1,147/mo
Population
29,064
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benton Elementary Benton, TN | 6.6 |
| Bess T Shepherd Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 6.6 |
| Clark Memorial School Winchester, TN | 6.6 |
| East Knox Elementary Mascot, TN | 6.6 |
| East Side Elementary Shelbyville, TN | 6.6 |
| Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis, TN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lonsdale Elementary
What grades does Lonsdale Elementary serve?
Lonsdale Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lonsdale Elementary?
Lonsdale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lonsdale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lonsdale Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lonsdale Elementary rank in TN?
Lonsdale Elementary ranks #847 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Lonsdale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lonsdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Lonsdale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lonsdale Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lonsdale Elementary a charter school?
No, Lonsdale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lonsdale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lonsdale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (865) 594-1330
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #32 of 88
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