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#194 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 11% in state

Sequoyah Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

942 Southgate RD, Knoxville, TN 37919

Enrollment

507

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#194 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#4 of 82

public schools

In district

#4 of 88

Knox County

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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8.4/10

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About Sequoyah Elementary

Sequoyah Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Sequoyah Elementary serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoyah Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sequoyah Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency79.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+39.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39.1 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+32.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism5.5%

Sequoyah Elementary — Students at Sequoyah Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 82.5% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
72.3%
ELA
80.7%
2025
Math
79.1%
ELA
79.9%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Sequoyah Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
89th percentile in TN
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

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

942 Southgate RD, Knoxville, TN 37919

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sequoyah Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bearden Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Beaumont Elementary/Magnet (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Rocky Hill Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
KNOXVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 0.7 mi 5.9
PRIDE & JOY CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Knoxville 0.7 mi
KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Knoxville 0.8 mi 6.9
West High School Knoxville 1.0 mi 6.5
Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville 1.5 mi 5.4
Knox Adaptive Education Center Knoxville 1.7 mi 5.5
Bearden Elementary Knoxville 1.7 mi 8.5
West View Elementary Knoxville 2.2 mi 5.6
Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville 2.1 mi 7.8
SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Knoxville 2.0 mi 6.8
Mt Olive Elementary Knoxville 2.5 mi 7.9
Maynard Elementary Knoxville 2.8 mi 4.3
Emerald Academy Knoxville 2.9 mi 6.9
Beaumont Elementary/Magnet Knoxville 3.1 mi 8.1
Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville 3.4 mi 6.6
West Haven Elementary Knoxville 3.4 mi 4.5
L N STEM Academy Knoxville 3.1 mi 7.2
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville 4.0 mi 6.0
Northwest Middle School Knoxville 4.0 mi 4.6
Rocky Hill Elementary Knoxville 3.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37919 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,863

Median Home Value

$453,000

Median Rent

$1,247/mo

Population

31,401

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

54.4%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

39

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Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown, TN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sequoyah Elementary

What grades does Sequoyah Elementary serve?

Sequoyah Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sequoyah Elementary?

Sequoyah Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoyah Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sequoyah Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sequoyah Elementary rank in TN?

Sequoyah Elementary ranks #194 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sequoyah Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sequoyah Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Sequoyah Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoyah Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sequoyah Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sequoyah Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sequoyah Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

District

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

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