Very Good
#87 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 30% of private schools
Tates School
Elementary School
9215 BOB GRAY RD, Knoxville, TN 37923
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#87 of 284
In Knoxville
#5 of 20
public schools
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Tates School
Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tates School
Tates School is a private elementary school in Knoxville, TN. Tates School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tates School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Tates School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Tates 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
BetaHow Tates School compares to 69 public schools serving similar grades in Knoxville, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tates School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Cedar Bluff Middle School | 4.2 |
| Cedar Bluff Elementary | 5.5 |
| Ball Camp Elementary | 7.4 |
| Karns Middle School | 4.2 |
| Karns Elementary | 5.2 |
| West Valley Middle School | 6.4 |
| West Hills Elementary | 7.1 |
| Bearden Middle School | 5.6 |
| Amherst Elementary School | 6.9 |
| A L Lotts Elementary | 6.7 |
| Blue Grass Elementary | 8.5 |
| Rocky Hill Elementary | 8.1 |
| Hardin Valley Middle School | 7.7 |
| Farragut Intermediate | 7.7 |
| Farragut Middle School | 7.7 |
| Ridgedale Alternative School | 3.2 |
| Hardin Valley Elementary | 8.1 |
| Farragut Primary | 5.9 |
| Bearden Elementary | 8.5 |
| Northshore Elementary School | 8.2 |
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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9215 BOB GRAY RD, Knoxville, TN 37923
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tates School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ball Camp Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Hills Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Amherst Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Bluff Middle School Knoxville | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Cedar Bluff Elementary Knoxville | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| WEBB SCHOOL OF KNOXVILLE Knoxville | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Ball Camp Elementary Knoxville | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| GRACE COVENANT BAPTIST ACADEMY Knoxville | 1.7 mi | — |
| CEDAR SPRINGS WEEKDAY SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.1 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WEST KNOXVILLE Knoxville | 2.5 mi | — |
| Karns Middle School Knoxville | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Karns Elementary Knoxville | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Bearden High School Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| West Valley Middle School Knoxville | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Karns High School Knoxville | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| WEST HILLS BAPTIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Knoxville | 2.9 mi | — |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL - KNOXVILLE CAMPUS Knoxville | 3.1 mi | — |
| STANFORD EISENBERG KNOXVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville | 3.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Amherst Elementary School Knoxville | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| West Hills Elementary Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| A L Lotts Elementary Knoxville | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MORNING STAR CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Knoxville | 3.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37923 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,046
Median Home Value
$292,500
Median Rent
$1,303/mo
Population
30,874
College Educated
46.7%
Homeownership
59.8%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Graysville Elementary School Dayton, TN | 7.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Clarksville, TN | 7.0 |
| West Carroll Primary Mclemoresville, TN | 7.0 |
| BRAINERD BAPTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN | 7.1 |
| Carter-Lawrence Elementary Nashville, TN | 7.1 |
| Deerfield Elementary School Manchester, TN | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tates School
What grades does Tates School serve?
Tates School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Tates School?
Tates School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tates School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tates School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Tates School rank in TN?
Tates School ranks #87 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Tates School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tates School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Tates School a private school?
Yes, Tates School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Tates School a religious school?
No, Tates School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Knox County
- Phone
- (865) 690-4255
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