AUSTIN EAST HIGH/MAGNET

Austin East High/Magnet is a Title I public high school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 643 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 58 teachers, Austin East High/Magnet 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.

Austin-East Magnet High School, located on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in Knoxville, Tennessee, serves as a cornerstone of the East Knoxville community. As a magnet school within the Knox County School District, it offers a specialized curriculum that focuses on both rigorous academic standards and robust performing and visual arts programs. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to nurturing student creativity, offering students unique opportunities to engage in music, dance, theater, and visual arts alongside their core high school coursework.

Beyond its academic and artistic offerings, Austin-East holds significant historical and cultural importance in Knoxville. It is known for fostering a strong sense of school spirit and community pride, often serving as a hub for local events and extracurricular activities. By balancing its heritage with modern educational practices, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether through higher education, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce.

For more information, contact Austin East High/Magnet at (865) 594-3792 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.