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#248 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 14% in state

Shannondale Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

5316 Shannondale RD, Knoxville, TN 37918

Enrollment

365

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#248 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#6 of 82

public schools

In district

#6 of 88

Knox County

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Shannondale Elementary

8.2/10

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

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About Shannondale Elementary

Shannondale Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Shannondale Elementary serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shannondale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Shannondale Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Shannondale Elementary — Students at Shannondale Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (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
64%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
57.8%
ELA
58.5%
2025
Math
60.1%
ELA
56.4%

* 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 Shannondale Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in TN
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

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

5316 Shannondale RD, Knoxville, TN 37918

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shannondale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Halls Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Fountain City Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Adrian Burnett Elementary Knoxville 1.0 mi 5.8
Central High School Knoxville 1.4 mi 4.3
GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 1.5 mi 7.7
NATURES WAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 1.5 mi 6.2
Fountain City Elementary Knoxville 1.8 mi 7.6
Gresham Middle School Knoxville 2.0 mi 4.3
Richard Yoakley School Knoxville 2.4 mi 5.6
Whittle Springs Middle School Knoxville 2.6 mi 5.1
Halls Middle School Knoxville 2.8 mi 4.7
Halls High School Knoxville 2.8 mi 4.6
Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville 2.8 mi 4.8
Ritta Elementary Knoxville 2.5 mi 5.9
BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville 3.1 mi 7.2
Halls Elementary Knoxville 3.0 mi 8.0
Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville 3.1 mi 4.4
Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville 3.1 mi 2.6
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville 2.9 mi 6.8
Belle Morris Elementary Knoxville 3.6 mi 4.1
Fulton High School Knoxville 4.1 mi 3.7
Holston Middle School Knoxville 3.7 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37918 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,311

Median Home Value

$237,500

Median Rent

$1,102/mo

Population

45,978

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

38.9

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School Rating
Allons Elementary Allons, TN 8.2
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Clyde Riggs Elementary Portland, TN 8.2
East Coffee Elementary Manchester, TN 8.2
J. R. Baker Elementary Columbia, TN 8.2
Jo Byrns Elementary School Cedar Hill, TN 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shannondale Elementary

What grades does Shannondale Elementary serve?

Shannondale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Shannondale Elementary?

Shannondale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shannondale Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Shannondale Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shannondale Elementary rank in TN?

Shannondale Elementary ranks #248 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Shannondale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Shannondale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Shannondale Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shannondale Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shannondale Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Shannondale Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

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

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