Below Average
#1468 of 1,786 schools in TN
Spring Hill Elementary
Elementary School · Knox County
4711 Mildred DR, Knoxville, TN 37914
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,468 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#60 of 82
public schools
In district
#67 of 88
Knox County
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About Spring Hill Elementary
Spring Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Spring Hill Elementary serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,468 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Hill Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Spring Hill Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Spring Hill Elementary — Students at Spring Hill 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: 5.4/10.
How Spring Hill Elementary Compares
See how Spring Hill 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
4711 Mildred DR, Knoxville, TN 37914
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shannondale Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Technology Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Yoakley School Knoxville | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Holston Middle School Knoxville | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Fair Garden Family/Community Center Knoxville | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Chilhowee Intermediate Knoxville | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Austin East High/Magnet Knoxville | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Technology Academy Knoxville | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| NATURES WAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| KNOXVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN Knoxville | 2.7 mi | — |
| Whittle Springs Middle School Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Belle Morris Elementary Knoxville | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Shannondale Elementary Knoxville | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Ritta Elementary Knoxville | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SMART KIDS ELC Knoxville | 3.1 mi | — |
| Vine Middle/Magnet Knoxville | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Fulton High School Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Central High School Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Adrian Burnett Elementary Knoxville | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,933
Median Home Value
$204,300
Median Rent
$988/mo
Population
20,917
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cannon South Elementary School Bradyville, TN | 4.8 |
| Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis, TN | 4.8 |
| Fairlane Elementary Lafayette, TN | 4.8 |
| Guild Elementary Gallatin, TN | 4.8 |
| Hermitage Elementary Hermitage, TN | 4.8 |
| Crump Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Hill Elementary
What grades does Spring Hill Elementary serve?
Spring Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Spring Hill Elementary?
Spring Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Hill Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Hill Elementary rank in TN?
Spring Hill Elementary ranks #1,468 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Spring Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Spring Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Hill Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Spring Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Spring Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spring Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (865) 594-1365
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #67 of 88
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