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Sterchi Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

900 Oaklett DR, Knoxville, TN 37912

Enrollment

364

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,415 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#58 of 82

public schools

In district

#64 of 88

Knox County

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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5.0/10

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

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About Sterchi Elementary

Sterchi Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Sterchi Elementary serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sterchi Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,415 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sterchi Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Sterchi Elementary — Students at Sterchi Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (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

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
38.2%
ELA
44%
2025
Math
41.8%
ELA
43.1%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Sterchi Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in TN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

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

900 Oaklett DR, Knoxville, TN 37912

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sterchi Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fountain City Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Christenberry Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville 1.0 mi 6.8
Inskip Elementary Knoxville 1.2 mi 4.3
Gresham Middle School Knoxville 1.8 mi 4.3
Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville 1.9 mi 4.4
Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville 1.9 mi 2.6
Fountain City Elementary Knoxville 2.0 mi 7.6
Brickey McCloud Elementary Knoxville 2.5 mi 6.5
Norwood Elementary Knoxville 2.3 mi 5.5
Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville 2.3 mi 6.9
GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 2.3 mi 7.7
Central High School Knoxville 2.5 mi 4.3
Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville 3.0 mi 6.6
Christenberry Elementary Knoxville 2.9 mi 7.6
West Haven Elementary Knoxville 3.1 mi 4.5
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville 3.0 mi 6.0
Whittle Springs Middle School Knoxville 2.8 mi 5.1
Northwest Middle School Knoxville 3.3 mi 4.6
Fulton High School Knoxville 3.2 mi 3.7
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell 3.0 mi 6.3
Pleasant Ridge Elementary Knoxville 3.3 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,754

Median Home Value

$185,600

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

22,009

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

52.5%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sterchi Elementary

What grades does Sterchi Elementary serve?

Sterchi Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sterchi Elementary?

Sterchi Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sterchi Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sterchi Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sterchi Elementary rank in TN?

Sterchi Elementary ranks #1,415 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sterchi Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sterchi Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Sterchi Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sterchi Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sterchi Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sterchi Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
9 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

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

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