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#186 of 284 private schools in TN

St John Neumann School

Elementary School

625 SAINT JOHN CT, Knoxville, TN 37934

Private

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#186 of 284

In Knoxville

#15 of 20

public schools

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St John Neumann School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St John Neumann School

St John Neumann School is a private elementary school in Knoxville, TN. St John Neumann School serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Neumann School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #186 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares0.9 pts below TN schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

St John Neumann School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St John Neumann School compares to 69 public schools serving similar grades in Knoxville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
400
This School
vs
580
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.5% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
St John Neumann School Knoxville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St John Neumann School (this school) 5.9
Farragut Primary 5.9
Farragut Middle School 7.7
Farragut Intermediate 7.7
Hardin Valley Elementary 8.1
Hardin Valley Middle School 7.7
A L Lotts Elementary 6.7
Ball Camp Elementary 7.4
Cedar Bluff Elementary 5.5
Cedar Bluff Middle School 4.2
West Valley Middle School 6.4
Northshore Elementary School 8.2
Blue Grass Elementary 8.5
Karns Middle School 4.2
Karns Elementary 5.2
West Hills Elementary 7.1
Rocky Hill Elementary 8.1
Bearden Middle School 5.6
Amherst Elementary School 6.9
Bearden Elementary 8.5
Ridgedale Alternative School 3.2

Showing 20 of 69 schools. View all schools in Knoxville

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 35%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Enrollment 400
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 79.2%
Hispanic 14.8%
Asian 2.5%
Two or More 2.5%
Black 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

625 SAINT JOHN CT, Knoxville, TN 37934

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John Neumann School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Park Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Lenoir City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eaton Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Lenoir City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF KNOXVILLE (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF FARRAGUT Knoxville 1.4 mi
Farragut Primary Knoxville 1.3 mi 5.9
CONCORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville 1.5 mi 6.0
KNOXVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville 1.9 mi 6.3
Farragut High School Knoxville 1.9 mi 6.7
Farragut Middle School Knoxville 2.2 mi 7.7
Farragut Intermediate Knoxville 2.2 mi 7.7
THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF KNOXVILLE Knoxville 3.0 mi 8.1
Hardin Valley Elementary Knoxville 3.4 mi 8.1
Hardin Valley Academy Knoxville 3.6 mi 5.5
Hardin Valley Middle School Knoxville 3.8 mi 7.7
MORNING STAR CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Knoxville 3.4 mi
GRACE COVENANT BAPTIST ACADEMY Knoxville 5.0 mi
WEBB SCHOOL OF KNOXVILLE Knoxville 5.2 mi 5.5
LENOIR CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lenoir City 5.8 mi 4.6
Highland Park Elementary Lenoir City 6.1 mi 9.0
Ball Camp Elementary Knoxville 6.3 mi 7.4
North Middle School Lenoir City 6.1 mi 7.0
Karns High School Knoxville 6.9 mi 4.8
Eaton Elementary Lenoir City 6.2 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37934 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,472

Median Home Value

$473,600

Median Rent

$1,810/mo

Population

28,237

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

85.9%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

44.9

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Cowan Elementary Cowan, TN 5.9
East Side Elementary Brownsville, TN 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John Neumann School

What grades does St John Neumann School serve?

St John Neumann School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St John Neumann School?

St John Neumann School has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Neumann School?

The student-teacher ratio at St John Neumann School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St John Neumann School rank in TN?

St John Neumann School ranks #186 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is St John Neumann School's MySchoolScout rating?

St John Neumann School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St John Neumann School a private school?

Yes, St John Neumann School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St John Neumann School a religious school?

St John Neumann School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
400
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Knox County

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