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Pond Gap Elementary
Elementary School · Knox County
4530 Papermill DR, Knoxville, TN 37909
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,290 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#55 of 82
public schools
In district
#59 of 88
Knox County
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About Pond Gap Elementary
Pond Gap Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Pond Gap Elementary serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pond Gap Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,290 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Pond Gap Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pond Gap 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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Pond Gap Elementary — Students at Pond Gap Elementary score 20% 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: 6.4/10.
How Pond Gap Elementary Compares
See how Pond Gap 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
4530 Papermill DR, Knoxville, TN 37909
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pond Gap Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bearden Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoyah Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beaumont Elementary/Magnet (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| West High School Knoxville | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| KNOXVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PRIDE & JOY CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Knoxville | 0.9 mi | — |
| KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Knoxville | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Knox Adaptive Education Center Knoxville | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Bearden Elementary Knoxville | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Sequoyah Elementary Knoxville | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| West View Elementary Knoxville | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| West Haven Elementary Knoxville | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| RIVERS EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Northwest Middle School Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elementary Knoxville | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Norwood Elementary Knoxville | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Maynard Elementary Knoxville | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Beaumont Elementary/Magnet Knoxville | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Bearden Middle School Knoxville | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,365
Median Home Value
$273,900
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
16,848
College Educated
44.7%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Green Magnet Math And Science Academy Knoxville, TN | 5.4 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.4 |
| LaFollette Elementary School Lafollette, TN | 5.4 |
| Middleton Elementary Middleton, TN | 5.4 |
| New Prospect Elementary Lawrenceburg, TN | 5.4 |
| Riverside Elementary Columbia, TN | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pond Gap Elementary
What grades does Pond Gap Elementary serve?
Pond Gap Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pond Gap Elementary?
Pond Gap Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pond Gap Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pond Gap Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pond Gap Elementary rank in TN?
Pond Gap Elementary ranks #1,290 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Pond Gap Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pond Gap Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Pond Gap Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pond Gap Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pond Gap Elementary a charter school?
No, Pond Gap Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pond Gap Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pond Gap Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (865) 909-9040
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #59 of 88
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