SARAH MOORE GREENE MAGNET TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY

Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Technology Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 570 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 51 teachers, Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Technology Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Technology Academy, located on Brooks Road in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a specialized elementary school within the Knox County Schools district. As a magnet school, it is designed to attract students from across the district by offering a distinct academic focus. Its curriculum is centered on integrating technology into daily instruction, aiming to prepare students for a digital-forward future by emphasizing 21st-century skills, critical thinking, and hands-on learning experiences.

The school is named in honor of Sarah Moore Greene, a prominent local educator and civil rights leader who was the first African American woman to serve on the Knoxville Board of Education. Upholding her legacy, the academy emphasizes a commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and inclusive education. By combining rigorous core subjects with advanced technological resources, the school provides its diverse student body with a modern learning environment intended to foster both personal development and academic success.

For more information, contact Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Technology Academy at (865) 594-1328 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.