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#1382 of 1,786 schools in TN
Whittle Springs Middle School
Middle School · Knox County
2700 White Oak LN, Knoxville, TN 37917
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,382 of 1,786
In Knoxville
#57 of 82
public schools
In district
#62 of 88
Knox County
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Whittle Springs Middle School
Whittle Springs Middle School is a public middle school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Whittle Springs Middle School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittle Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,382 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Whittle Springs Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Whittle Springs Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
30% of students at Whittle Springs Middle School 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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Whittle Springs Middle School — Students at Whittle Springs Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 6.0/10.
How Whittle Springs Middle School Compares
See how Whittle Springs Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2700 White Oak LN, Knoxville, TN 37917
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittle Springs Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gresham Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Tennessee Virtual Junior High School (rated 2.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Morris Elementary Knoxville | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville | 1.0 mi | 2.6 |
| Fulton High School Knoxville | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Christenberry Elementary Knoxville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Central High School Knoxville | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Richard Yoakley School Knoxville | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Gresham Middle School Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Fountain City Elementary Knoxville | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| KNOXVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN Knoxville | 2.3 mi | — |
| SMART KIDS ELC Knoxville | 2.5 mi | — |
| Shannondale Elementary Knoxville | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Austin East High/Magnet Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Inskip Elementary Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37917 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,232
Median Home Value
$189,100
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
25,738
College Educated
31.3%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
39.5
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| DeKalb Middle School Smithville, TN | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittle Springs Middle School
What grades does Whittle Springs Middle School serve?
Whittle Springs Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Whittle Springs Middle School?
Whittle Springs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittle Springs Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittle Springs Middle School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittle Springs Middle School rank in TN?
Whittle Springs Middle School ranks #1,382 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Whittle Springs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittle Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Whittle Springs Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittle Springs Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Whittle Springs Middle School a charter school?
No, Whittle Springs Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittle Springs Middle School a Title I school?
No, Whittle Springs Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (865) 594-4474
Resources & Links
District
Knox County- District Enrollment
- 60,604
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,187
- District Rank
- #62 of 88
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