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Norwood Elementary
Elementary School · Knox County
1909 Merchant DR, Knoxville, TN 37912
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,253 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#52 of 82
public schools
In district
#56 of 88
Knox County
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About Norwood Elementary
Norwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Norwood Elementary serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,253 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Norwood Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Norwood 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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Norwood Elementary — Students at Norwood Elementary score 23% 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: 6.7/10.
How Norwood Elementary Compares
See how Norwood 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
1909 Merchant DR, Knoxville, TN 37912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beaumont Elementary/Magnet (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Powell Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Powell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Northwest Middle School Knoxville | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| West Haven Elementary Knoxville | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elementary Knoxville | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| RIVERS EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Inskip Elementary Knoxville | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Sterchi Elementary Knoxville | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Ridgedale Alternative School Knoxville | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
| West View Elementary Knoxville | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Powell High School Powell | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Powell Elementary Powell | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary/Magnet Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| West High School Knoxville | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 4.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Charger Academy Covington, TN | 5.5 |
| Pickett County Elementary Byrdstown, TN | 5.5 |
| Rocketship United Nashville, TN | 5.5 |
| Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage, TN | 5.5 |
| Unicoi Elementary Unicoi, TN | 5.5 |
| Centertown Elementary Mcminnville, TN | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norwood Elementary
What grades does Norwood Elementary serve?
Norwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Norwood Elementary?
Norwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Norwood Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norwood Elementary rank in TN?
Norwood Elementary ranks #1,253 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Norwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Norwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Norwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norwood Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Norwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Norwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Norwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 489
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (865) 689-1460
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #56 of 88
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