Karns Elementary School

Karns Elementary was rated a 3 out of 10 on Great Schools.

Karns Elementary received a B- from Niche.

Karns Elementary has a walking bridge across the street.

Karns Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5

8108 Beaver Ridge Rd, Knoxville, TN

Knox County Schools

1,047 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Darlene Miller

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Math Proficiency
50%

Reading Proficiency
45%

C+

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

45%

Math Proficiency

50%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 14:1 Teachers 67	Full Time Teachers 67
Teachers in First or Second Year 9.2%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

874:1

Student Diversity

Male 52.8%	Female 47.2%
White 70.8%	Hispanic 14.6%
Two or more races 6.7%	Black 6.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander 1.4%	Native American <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

8/4/2025

The faculty is my favorite I've ever dealt with. The principal is a lovely man... the teachers are caring and more patient than I ever could be. Sad to leave due to job transfer.

1.0 parent

8/16/2023

Really awful place for neurodivergent children. They avoided giving my child an IEP for two years, and then were surprised when bad behaviors (which we had warned them about extensively and were due to disorders and trauma) were displayed. Instead of offering support, they gave detention and screame...

5.0 parent

5/12/2016

The teacher's are all wonderful and truly care about each student. Some of our favorite teachers are Miss. Johnson, Ms. Henry and Mrs. Radar. The front staff is always wonderful and kind. Keep doing a wonderful job!

5.0 parent

2/1/2016

We have enjoyed our school district and mever had any troubles with the teachers or staff. Very friendly and helpful.

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Average Price per Sq Ft

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KCS Virtual High School

9th to 12th
Public

Knox County Virtual School

1st to 12th
Public

Karns High School

9th to 12th
Public

B-

Northwest Sports Complex

Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Playground

Nicholas Ball Park

Alliance Park

Soccer
Multi-Purpose Field

Guinn Road Park

Bike Trails
Boating
Fishing

Solway Park

Baseball/Softball
Parking Lot
Multi-Purpose Field

Roy Arthur Stormwater Park

Trails
Kayak/Canoe
Parking Lot

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Tennessee Knox County Knoxville 37931

Karns Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Knoxville, TN, in the Karns neighborhood, and is served by the Knox County Schools in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,047 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 50% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% are proficient in reading. Karns Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $467,874. Discover additional schools in the area, like KCS Virtual High School, Knox County Virtual School, Karns High School, and more. Learn more about what Knoxville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Karns Elementary School.

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