LONSDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lonsdale Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 406 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, Lonsdale Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Lonsdale Elementary School is a public school located in the Lonsdale community of Knoxville, Tennessee, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Knox County School District, the school is situated in a historically significant neighborhood and plays a central role in the local community. It is known for its focus on providing foundational academic support and fostering a welcoming environment for a diverse student population.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student growth and community engagement. Beyond core academic instruction, Lonsdale Elementary often implements programs designed to support the holistic development of its students, including partnerships with local organizations and resources aimed at bridging educational gaps. By prioritizing a supportive classroom atmosphere and targeted intervention, Lonsdale strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Lonsdale Elementary at (865) 594-1330 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1317 Louisiana AVE
Knoxville, TN 37921
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LONSDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Knoxville, TN with about 406 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Knox County
Total Students:
406
Teachers:
39.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 406 students

Hispanic/Latino
58.4%
Black or African American
31.5%
White
6.2%
Two or more races
3.9%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

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.