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Pleasant Ridge Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

3013 Walnoaks RD, Knoxville, TN 37921

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,029 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#38 of 82

public schools

In district

#40 of 88

Knox County

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Pleasant Ridge Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Pleasant Ridge Elementary

Pleasant Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Pleasant Ridge Elementary serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,029 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Ridge Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Pleasant Ridge Elementary — Students at Pleasant Ridge Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27.7%
ELA
37.9%
2025
Math
47.5%
ELA
47.5%

* 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 Pleasant Ridge Elementary Compares

See how Pleasant Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in TN
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3013 Walnoaks RD, Knoxville, TN 37921

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Powell Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Powell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Amherst Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lonsdale Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Northwest Middle School Knoxville 0.5 mi 4.6
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville 0.8 mi 6.0
RIVERS EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville 1.1 mi 3.4
Norwood Elementary Knoxville 1.1 mi 5.5
Ridgedale Alternative School Knoxville 1.4 mi 3.2
West Haven Elementary Knoxville 1.5 mi 4.5
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell 2.3 mi 6.3
WEST END ACADEMY Knoxville 2.4 mi
Powell High School Powell 2.8 mi 5.0
Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville 3.0 mi 5.4
Powell Elementary Powell 3.1 mi 7.5
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell 3.3 mi 6.4
Inskip Elementary Knoxville 3.0 mi 4.3
Powell Middle School Powell 3.1 mi 5.8
Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville 2.9 mi 6.6
Amherst Elementary School Knoxville 3.0 mi 6.9
Sterchi Elementary Knoxville 3.3 mi 5.0
West View Elementary Knoxville 3.2 mi 5.6
West High School Knoxville 3.6 mi 6.5
Bearden Middle School Knoxville 3.7 mi 5.6

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Ridge Elementary

What grades does Pleasant Ridge Elementary serve?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pleasant Ridge Elementary?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Ridge Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Ridge Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Ridge Elementary rank in TN?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary ranks #1,029 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Pleasant Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Pleasant Ridge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Ridge Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pleasant Ridge Elementary a charter school?

No, Pleasant Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pleasant Ridge Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pleasant Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Pleasant Ridge Elementary stack up?

Gap Creek Elementary
7.7

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Knox County
District Enrollment
60,604
Schools in District
94
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,187
District Rank
#40 of 88

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