EMERALD ACADEMY

Emerald Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 373 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th 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 9 teachers, Emerald Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 41:1. 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.

Emerald Academy, located at 220 Carrick Street in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school serving students in grades K–8. As the first K–8 charter school in Knoxville, it was founded with the mission to equip scholars with the academic skills and character traits necessary to succeed in high school, college, and beyond. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a strong focus on core values, seeking to bridge the educational opportunity gap by providing high-quality instruction to children in the urban core of Knoxville.

The school is known for its extended school day and year, which provides students with additional time for learning and enrichment. Emerald Academy’s educational model is built upon a foundation of high expectations, structured environments, and intentional community involvement. By fostering a culture of excellence and accountability, the academy aims to prepare its scholars for long-term success while serving as a model for public education innovation in East Tennessee.

For more information, contact Emerald Academy at (865) 637-3227 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.