BEARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bearden Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 374 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Bearden Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bearden Elementary School, located on Kingston Pike in Knoxville, Tennessee, serves as a prominent educational fixture within the Knox County School District. Situated in the heart of the Bearden community, the school is known for its long-standing tradition of academic excellence and its commitment to fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. The school draws a diverse student population from the surrounding neighborhoods and prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and the local community to enhance the overall educational experience.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Bearden Elementary emphasizes the holistic development of its students through various extracurricular opportunities and enrichment programs. The school focuses on building a foundation of critical thinking and social responsibility, aiming to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. With its convenient location and reputation for high standards, Bearden Elementary remains a highly regarded institution for families seeking a comprehensive and stable public education in the Knoxville area.

For more information, contact Bearden Elementary at (865) 909-9000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5717 Kingston PIKE
Knoxville, TN 37919
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BEARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Knoxville, TN with about 374 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Knox County
Total Students:
374
Teachers:
23
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 374 students

White
61.8%
Black or African American
14.7%
Hispanic/Latino
9.9%
Two or more races
7.0%
Asian
6.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.